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Behind the Scenes of Production Design, Design and Technology teachers recently had the opportunity to step behind the scenes of world-class performance design in a CPD webinar delivered in partnership with the Royal Ballet & Opera Schools Create & Design team. The session explored the creativity, collaboration and technical expertise required to bring large-scale productions to life, offering teachers insights they can connect to classroom learning. Participants heard from professionals working across production design, including a Stage Designer, Production Manager and Senior Lighting Visualisation Technician, each sharing how they respond to creative briefs and solve complex...
Degree apprenticeships E.ON - Lenga Dermaut, Why degree apprenticeships matter for your classroom A current electromechanical engineering degree apprentice, Lenga, is offering a powerful real-world perspective that design and technology teachers can bring directly into their classrooms. Working with E.ON while studying at the University of Nottingham, Lenga’s journey highlights a pathway that blends academic study with hands-on industry experience, an increasingly relevant option for students exploring their futures. Choosing a degree apprenticeship was driven by both practicality and passion. Avoiding significant student debt was one factor, but more importantly, it offered the opportunity to engage...
Why textiles matters in design and technology, Weaving impact in classrooms As the Textiles Skills Centre marks its tenth anniversary, it celebrates a decade of supporting high-quality textiles education within design and technology. Founded to strengthen teacher confidence, subject knowledge and safe practice, it has grown into a national network shaping classroom practice across the UK and beyond. Over the past decade, thousands of teachers have accessed CPD workshops, mentoring and online learning, reaching tens of thousands of students. More than 2,000 teachers have attended face-to-face training, while the BAGTT programme has supported over 400 teachers...
Empowering Secondary Teachers in Design and Technology, This month, we hosted a three-day training course at our headquarters in Banbury, aimed at equipping secondary teachers with the necessary tools to deliver an engaging and comprehensive Design and Technology (D&T) curriculum. The event drew educators from various schools to enhance their grasp of D&T and refine their teaching methods. Over the course of three intensive days, participants engaged in a series of enriching discussions, workshops, and hands-on experiences, led by our experienced Curriculum Consultant, Lol Conway. Lol explains, “The 3 Day Intensive Course is the perfect course...
Design and Technology Association Hosts Webinar by Blueprint 1000 Member Autodesk, The Design and Technology Association hosted an educational webinar delivered by our Blueprint 1000 member, Autodesk. The event focused on unveiling the potential of Fusion 360, Autodesk's cutting-edge design and engineering software, and its transformative impact on educational settings. This exclusive webinar brought together educators, from high schools to universities to explore the dynamic capabilities of Fusion 360. Fusion 360 The session kicked off with an insightful overview of Fusion 360's comprehensive features, delivered by Autodesk's expert presenter Oliver Briggs. Oliver delved into...
Teachers In Residence , The Association are offering our members the opportunity to take part in a three to five day internship with a UK-based design, engineering, manufacturing or construction business, to get an in-depth understanding of modern industry and the knowledge, skills and personal attributes sought by employers. This internship will help you to develop a deeper understanding of modern industry and the technical skills and attributes required by employers which will give you to have a clearer view of the career pathways. You will be able to forge industry links and identify opportunities available for...
RAF Museum Midlands Design and Technology Resources, The RAF Museum Midlands offers resources tailored to primary and secondary classrooms, making it a valuable tool for design and technology teachers. By focusing on practical, curriculum-linked activities, the museum provides teachers with creative ways to engage students in engineering, design, and problem-solving. Primary-Level Resources For primary school teachers, the museum offers simple, hands-on activities to introduce pupils to STEM, engineering and design. Resources like ‘Build Your Own Aircraft’ allow students to explore design thinking in a manageable and enjoyable way. These materials tie into the National Curriculum,...
Engineering Skills Conference Highlights Need for Youth-Centric Approaches to Bridge Sector Skills Gap, Over 160 delegates gathered at BMet’s Matthew Boulton College in Birmingham for the 2024 Engineering Skills Conference, co-hosted by Next Gen Makers and MSC Industrial Supply Co. UK. The conference brought together industry leaders, young apprentices, and teachers, united by a goal to inspire, attract, retain, and develop new talent within the engineering sector. The event commenced with presentations from speakers, including Chris Corkan of Make UK, Katherine Watson from WISE, Calum Nisbet of The Kaleidoscope Plus Group, and Rob Ewels from Waterfit Ltd, alongside...
Teachers in Residence: Bringing Real-World Industry Experience into the Classroom, At the Design & Technology Association, we are committed to ensuring that design, engineering, and technology education in UK schools is engaging, high quality, and relevant to the modern world. One of the most effective ways we support teachers is by connecting them directly with industry through our Teachers in Residence programme. Sponsored by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, this initiative allows teachers to step out of the classroom and into the workplaces of leading UK businesses, gaining first-hand experience of how industry operates. By taking part in...
Sustainability Series: Denimolite – LSBU Student Project, Transforming denim waste into sustainable innovation Denim jeans are a staple of everyday life but what do we really know about how they’re made, what happens to them when they’re no longer worn, and the environmental impact they leave behind? We explore Denimolite, an exciting, sustainable innovation developed by designer Josh Myers. It’s ideal for teachers looking to bring real-world design and sustainability examples into the classroom and perfect for sparking discussion and inspiring the next generation of designers. The problem with denim Denim is traditionally made from...
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