REAL-LIFE SKILLS 11 GROUP WORK Read the text and follow the instructions for the project. A New Face for Our School Create an effective and appealing internal orientation system, keeping in mind the following objectives: improving orientation within the school building; enhancing the school s identity through distinctive graphic design. Step 1 Split up into groups. Step 2 Carry out the following three phases of the project. Space analysis and needs assessment Carry out a detailed inspection of the school, identifying critical points and areas in need of signposting. Collect feedback from students, teachers, and school staff on existing orientation problems. Create a schematic map of the building, highlighting the different areas (classrooms, laboratories, offices, etc.). Extra steps: carry out the following steps, if possible. Brainstorming and concept design Step 3 Digitise the schematic map of the school, using vector graphics software. Organise brainstorming sessions to generate ideas on street and classroom names, inspired by themes related to local knowledge, culture, or history. Insert the names of streets and classrooms, icons and designed graphics. Develop graphic concepts for signage, defining a consistent visual style (fonts, colours, icons). Create preliminary sketches for the school map and signage. Create different versions of the map (paper, digital, interactive). Typographic design Production of signs Select durable materials suitable for the school environment for the production of signs. Select clear and legible fonts for signage, taking into account different reading distances. Define a typographic hierarchy to highlight the most important information. Implementation of the map Print the signage in different formats as required. Install signage at strategic points in the school. Organise an exhibition to present the project to the school community. Choose a pleasant and distinctive colour palette that reflects the school s identity. Collect feedback on the map and signage, making any changes. Create eye-catching graphics for the map and signage using illustrations, photographs, or patterns. Create a digital version of the map, interactive, to be put on the school website, or to be accessed via a QR code. Create an icon system to facilitate symbol comprehension. Graphic design 115