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Primary D&T Subject Leadership - Half day October, Half-day, online course (Zoom link will be provided) A live online, half-day, Zoom course for primary subject leaders that would like to learn how to lead with vision and plan a coherent curriculum for pupils and help you to align with the Ofsted Inspection Framework. This training session is based on our D&T Primary Subject Leaders’ file allowing you to trial a range of strategies, that can be used back at school to improve children’s attainment and progress. Course objectives: To ensure you have...
Optimising your Alevel D&T Course - Half day, This half day online course is ideally suited to those with limited experience of teaching D&T at Post16 level or teachers who want to improve their A Level provision. During the course we will look at the main elements of the A Level study in Design and Technology. You will receive guidance and advice to ensure you plan, deliver and monitor a broad, balanced and relevant A Level provision in your school. Why Attend? Building an Engaging Curriculum Learn how to plan and deliver an A...
Transform Your KS3 D&T Curriculum - Half day October, Half-day online course (Zoom link will be provided) This half day online course is ideal for KS3 and KS4 teachers that want to create an engaging and forward-thinking KS3 D&T curriculum which is key to shaping your students' learning journey. The course is designed to help you develop a dynamic curriculum that not only meets the needs of your students at KS3 but also smoothly transitions into KS4, crafting a cohesive five-year D&T learning experience. Why Attend? Build an Engaging Curriculum Learn...
Inspiring your Students with CAD in Secondary D&T - Full day September, Full-day, face to face course in Manchester This engaging and practical full-day course is designed to help you confidently introduce and develop 3D CAD skills in your department. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your knowledge, this session will provide you with the tools and strategies to inspire your students and enhance their learning. What You’ll Learn: Explore free, cloud-based CAD software that’s accessible on any device with an internet connection, making it perfect for Key Stage 3...
Transform Your KS3 D&T Curriculum - Half day September, Half-day online course (Zoom link will be provided) This half day online course is ideal for KS3 and KS4 teachers that want to create an engaging and forward-thinking KS3 D&T curriculum which is key to shaping your students' learning journey. The course is designed to help you develop a dynamic curriculum that not only meets the needs of your students at KS3 but also smoothly transitions into KS4, crafting a cohesive five-year D&T learning experience. Why Attend? Build an Engaging Curriculum Learn...
Three-day Intensive D&T Training For Non-Specialists December, Three Full-days, face to face course in Banbury Empowering Non-Specialists: Delivering Outstanding Design & Technology Are you a secondary teacher stepping into the world of Design & Technology with little or no prior experience? This three-day practical course is tailored just for you! Join us to build your confidence and develop the skills you need to plan, deliver, and monitor an engaging and balanced D&T curriculum that meets your school’s needs. What to Expect: Understand the Big Picture: Explore the purpose,...
GCSE 2019-20 Contextual Challenges Published, Andy Mitchell reflects on the publication of the new GCSE Contextual Challenges that comprise 50% of the mark in the recently introduced Design and Technology GCSE. It’s been interesting to read the next batch of GCSE Contextual Challenges published this week by the Awarding Organisations (AO). The 1st of June has now become a much-anticipated and key date in the D&T annual calendar of events. I’ve been delighted by many of the responses on social media, from teachers clearly getting to grips with the new challenge resulting from the 2015 GCSE Reform...
Smart Tools, Inclusive Classrooms, A recent webinar hosted by the Design & Technology Association brought together teachers and practitioners to explore how inclusive design principles can be applied meaningfully in D&T education. The webinar was led by John Walker, a teacher from Bradfield Academy in Chatham, Kent, whose hands-on experience with students of varying abilities shared his practical insight and inspiration. Members can watch the webinar for free here. Inclusive Tools for Tailored Learning John, who works in a specialist all-through SEN school, shared an impressive collection of adaptations used in his workshops...
Our Bespoke INSET packages give all primary and secondary schools delivering D&T the opportunity to have training in-school or online. These are for members and non-members and can offer a flexible and cost-effective alternative to scheduled CPD events and training days. These can be delivered in-school or online to effectively meet your school requirements by developing a bespoke package to meet your highly individual needs. Schools have many different requirements: Curriculum training for their team, addressing arising challenges within their department, improving skills and knowledge, helping with assessment of a department, supporting teachers to implement changes and...
Chinese schools get a lesson from Britain, While China has excellent academic results, the British curriculum has the upper hand with design – it's a shame our Government doesn't recognise this, says Richard Green The transformation of China in our lifetime has been nothing short of extraordinary. The speed of China’s resurgence – from the economic and human catastrophe of the Great Leap Forward to today’s superpower economy – has been so swift that it has mesmerised many in the West. Napoleon was right: China was a sleeping giant, but when she awoke she moved the...
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