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CEO, Silverstone Technology Cluster, Pim Van Baarsen, Podcast brought to you by the Design and Technology Association in association with The Edge Foundation. Listen now! We are fortunate to be in conversation with Pim van Baarsen CEO of the Silverstone Technology Cluster, a high-tech business group situated geographically within an hours drive of the Silverstone race circuit.Pim joined the Motorsport Industry Association after completing a Master’s degree in business studies. During his time there he was presented with the AIM Young Business Person of the Year award for his efforts in helping the organisation grow. ...
Mike Flood, I am a vastly experienced classroom and workshop practitioner. I have taught Design and Technology for 18 years, including GCSE Resistant Materials, MYP Design, GCSE Product Design, IB Design and Technology both standard and higher levels and A Level Design and Technology, BTEC Art & Design level 3, as well as MYP Art. I have also mentored newly qualified teachers starting a new career in Design and Technology. Outside the taught curriculum, I have been accredited as a Bronze and Silver HKAYP leader (similar to the Duke of Edinburgh award in the UK) and have...
Design with a Cause: ‘Inspired by Industry’ RAF – Empowering students to design for real-world challenges, Explore temporary shelter design Teachers looking to bring real-world design contexts into the classroom can rediscover the ‘Inspired by Industry’ RAF context, a versatile resource that allows students to explore temporary shelter design for a wide range of situations, from humanitarian aid and pop-up market stalls to pet carriers. The context encourages students to experiment with materials, testing properties such as insulation, waterproofing, and durability. It also introduces collapsible structures and mechanical systems, giving students the chance to...
Food late KS3 Y9 Technology in Society - Hydroponics, D&T Key ResourcesFood Late KS3 – Technology in Society Hydroponics – working water – 1 hourFirst published 2015; updated 2016 Investigating alternative food production methods to ensure food production. Students investigate and discuss the benefits and drawbacks of using hydroponics systems to grow plant-based foods. Key Learning: Understanding the term hydroponics Explore the methods used and key terms Be aware of the applications throughout the world Knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of producing food using hydroponic techniques ...
Latest Issue of D&T Practice Magazine is Out Now, Latest Issue of D&T Practice Magazine is Out Now! The first issue of D&T Practice for 2025 has just been released with exciting articles and inspiration to kick off the year. Here’s what you’ll find in this edition: Message from the CEO: Insights to start the year on the right foot. Young Women Leading the Way: Celebrate our award winners! D&T Mark: Explore the self-review framework. Inspired by Industry: Discover exciting new contexts for teaching. Supporting...
Writing a Scheme of Learning in D&T: Putting Pedagogy First, Study in your own time and at your own pace with the D&T Association e-learning courses. No need to travel or take time out of school. This E-Learning course ‘Writing a Scheme of Learning in D&T: Putting Pedagogy First’. The course aims to give specialist and non-specialist teachers of Design and Technology the confidence to write and develop student-centred schemes of learning Course objectives: • Provide a meaningful learning experience for students, based on knowledge and skills required for GCSE/A...
GCSE Textiles Rescue Presentation - Improving your class grades in controlled assessment, Ages 14-16First released 2012; updated 2014 This presentation was delivered to a group of textiles teachers at a training event in 2012. The event was recorded and the narration is included in the presentation which demonstrates a variety of strategies that can be used to engage students when producing controlled assessment, and how to deliver controlled assessment to support students in gaining produce better results. The presentation looks at time allocation and different exam boards’ demands for controlled assessment, presentation of work,...
GCSE Results Day 2025, Today is an important milestone for students across the country as Level One and Two results are released. First, let’s take a moment to celebrate their efforts. If the grades in those envelopes are what was hoped for, that is fantastic and well done for the hard work that made it possible. If things did not quite go to plan, this is not the end of the road. Take time to pause, reflect, and think about what could be done differently next time. These results do not define anyone’s future; they are...
Product Design Mid KS3 Y8 Mainly Designing - Analyse that, Product Design Mid KS3 Year 8 - Mainly Designing – Analyse thatStudents explore and evaluate the work of others through technical analysis of products. They can then design products that are an improvement upon a current product, or design something that takes the best features and combines them. Function and form are both areas for development within this unit.This updated set of Key Resources for Product Design has been fully refreshed and new titles added, providing teachers of Years 7, 8 and 9 with a basic set of...
GCSE Textiles Rescue Presentation - Making GCSE learning active and engaging, Ages 14-16First released 2012; updated 2014 This presentation was delivered to a group of textiles teachers at a training event in 2012. The event was recorded and the narration has been updated and is included in the presentation which uses a ‘learning by doing’ approach to reinforce theories and techniques. The presentation looks at the properties of fibres, dyes, fabric construction, three-dimensional work, non-woven fabrics and how students remember and record their learning. Please note: these resources refer to the...
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