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KS3 D&T Learning Planner and Assessing Without Levels – Teacher Guide, KS3 D&T Learning Planner and Assessing Without Levels – Teacher Guide and Resource BankFirst published 2015; updated 2016 This free guide and associated tools have been produced to support design and technology teachers in developing practice in school. It has been designed to enable you to use the provided KS3 learning programme or to part-populate your own. The resource comprises a Key Stage 3 plan for D&T learning, planning and auditing tools, and guidance on using the D&T Association Progression Framework and...
GCSE Key Resources: Designing in Contexts classroom teaching resource, Designing in Contexts classroom teaching resource Ages 14-16First published 2017 This D&T GCSE Key Resource is based on five separate classroom activities that can be delivered consecutively or as separate lessons, where appropriate. The topics for each activity are: Designing in context Exploring the situation Identify the needs and wants of people 1 & 2 Develop design ideas to meet users’ needs and wants Evaluate existing products It includes a PowerPoint presentation that...
Designing with textiles, Age 7-11 yearsFirst published 2011 Designing with textiles.This resource is aimed at older primary children who have had some previous experience of working with fabrics. It will help them generate and develop practical, functional ideas and make models and mock ups to test their design thinking. It will also help them to make patterns, templates and/or nets (using a computer if appropriate), improve their making skills (cutting and joining fabrics) and then evaluate their product in use. What the children make can either be focused on a particular product or more...
Implementing Computer Aided Design (CAD) in primary D&T, 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 course will help teachers and D&T leaders improve their knowledge of CAD and how it can be successfully applied in the primary D&T curriculum as part of the key stage 2 requirements of the English national curriculum programmes of study. With how-to videos, suggestions for software and resources to use in class, we show the impact CAD can have in your class.Course objectives: • Understand...
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 ...
Students shine in Gola Design Challenge, The Gola Design Challenge, run in collaboration with the Design & Technology Association, has drawn to a close, and the winners have been announced. The competition invited students to design innovative sports bags that solve real-world challenges for athletes, gym-goers, and sports enthusiasts. Congratulations to our winners We are delighted to congratulate Arthur Vakil Tcherniak of Colchester Royal Grammar School, who won the challenge, Zoe Lemanski of Upton Hall School, the first runner-up, and Barnaby Branchflower of Colchester Royal Grammar School, who secured a second runner-up position. All...
Design and Technology Association Subject Consultation Groups, Subject Consultation Groups: What are they and why do we have them? The Association is run for its members. As a membership association funded by subscriptions it is important that there is a mechanism for members: to have a voice and speak on behalf of the broader membership of the Association to keep the Association staff in touch with the daily work of members and suggest how the Association can support members effectively to help in the development of resources, CPD and...
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...
Food Early KS3Y7 Design and Make - Design for Health, D&T Key ResourcesFood Early KS3 – Design and Make Design for health – 5 hoursFirst published 2015; updated 2016 Producing a healthier meal aimed at teenagers. In this students investigate factors affecting food choices before designing and making a meal suitable for a teenager. They consider factors such as the importance of a balanced diet, cost, availability, cultural and religious practices and health concerns. Practical lessons include making a stir fry, a curry and kofta before working independently on their final choice...
Textiles Early KS3 Y7 Mainly Making - Understanding Fibres and Fabrics, Textiles Early KS3 Year 7 - Mainly Making – Understanding Fibres and FabricsThis unit covers the origins and features of natural and human-made fibres, methods of fabric construction including adding colour and surface decoration. Students will learn to safely operate a sewing machine to produce different stitch patterns and know at least one company who use exclusive textile prints.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...
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