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Why has the number of teenagers taking design and technology GCSE dropped?

Why has the number of teenagers taking design and technology GCSE dropped?, For some time now, the Association has been expressing concern over the inability of the subject to move forward in response to changes in National Curriculum - and I'm not simply referring to the most recent iteration, and developments in technologies, materials, processes and pedagogy. It has also warned, that in situations where this is not happening, then the very certainty of its continuation is at question. We are now regularly receiving...

Textiles Late KS3 Yr 9 Technology in Society - Wearable Tech

Textiles Late KS3 Yr 9 Technology in Society - Wearable Tech, Textiles Late KS3 Year 9 - Technology in Society – Wearable TechStudents should be able to evaluate existing wearable technology products and generate a number of ideas that include the use of technical fibres and fabrics to enhance the experience of the wearer.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 units they can use...

KS3 D&T National Strategy Module 5: Transition

KS3 D&T National Strategy Module 5: Transition, Key Stage 3 D&T National Strategy: Framework and training materialsModule 5: Transition – building on prior experiences of designingFirst published 2004 The KS3 National Strategy (2004) provided the framework for teaching D&T and is the basis from which the new National Curriculum has been developed. This module outlines the concept of transition and its importance for KS3. It looks at discontinuity between KS2 and KS3 and offers practical solutions and strategies to ensure smooth...

Mike Flood

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...

In conversation with Bill Williams

Chair of the Design & Technology Association Board of Trustees, Bill Williams, In this episode, we start a series in which we will talk with Design & Technology Association Trustees about their careers to date and the reasons why being a Trustee of the Association and being connected to its work is important to them. We start this series by talking with Bill Williams, Chair of D&TA Trustees. 🎧 Listen hereBill is an experienced CEO across the manufacturing and engineering sectors. He was formerly...

Protect the Future of Inventing and Innovation: Samsung Electronics UK Calls for Refresh of the School Curriculum

Protect the Future of Inventing and Innovation: Samsung Electronics UK Calls for Refresh of the School Curriculum, Samsung Electronics UK, the Design & Technology Association, and The Design Council have issued a joint call to review the design and technology curriculum in schools to safeguard the future of innovation and invention in the UK. In a letter to Professor Becky Francis, curriculum review lead, and cc’d to the Secretary of State for Education, the organisations highlighted...

Multi Academy Trusts (MATs)

Membership for Multi Academy Trusts, Are the schools in your Trust deliver D&T with different levels of confidence? Do you want to ensure all your schools are fully equipped to achieve excellent results where it matters? Is your key stages aligned and delivering D&T, aligned to real world challenges, replicating how many organisations design, prototype and test? By joining us, you’ll provide your schools with invaluable resources and support to deliver exceptional and inspiring Design and Technology education to both primary and secondary...

BS 4163:2021+A1:2022 Health and safety for design and technology in schools and similar establishments – Code of practice

BS 4163:2021+A1:2022 Health and safety for design and technology in schools and similar establishments – Code of practice, BS 4163:2021+A1:2022 Health and safety for design and technology in schools and similar establishments – Code of practice - Printed Booklet A4 printed booklet. This essential document is the basis for all D&T Health and Safety publications and guidance and provides an explanation of the legal aspects of the British Standard Code of Practice. In any investigation by the Health...

KS3 D&T National Strategy Module 4: Teaching the subskills of designing

KS3 D&T National Strategy Module 4: Teaching the subskills of designing, Key Stage 3 D&T National Strategy: Framework and training materialsModule 4: Teaching the subskills of designingFirst published 2004 The KS3 National Strategy (2004) provided the framework for teaching D&T and is the basis from which the new National Curriculum has been developed. This module aims to help you understand the place of developing design skills including designing and developing practical experience by working through practical examples to use in the...

Train the Trainer Primary Core Health & Safety (PHS) -2

Train the Trainer Primary Core Health & Safety (PHS) -2, Only RDTHSC's that expressed interest in obtaining the PHS accreditation in 2024 will be eligible to book onto this course.This one day, ‘hands-on’ course, will enable delegates to develop the skills, techniques and confidence needed to teach D&T safely and competently in primary schools. Areas covered during the course include, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, planning, and practical skills, techniques and processes. Under the guidance of a registered health and safety consultant, delegates will learn how to use a...

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