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Plight of Design and Technology Education, We were fortunate to be involved in a recent article concerning the plight of design and technology education featured in The Observer. Since the release of the Observer article, the story has garnered a lot of attention and found its way into other press outlets, including Dezeen. The UK's Design Council has announced an upskilling target to prepare one million designers for the green transition, starting with a call to reverse the "critical decline" in design and technology education. The plan was launched in conjunction...
Design Management / Strategy / Thinking, Lynne Elvins, Six years ago, Lynne Elvins and some of her designer friends and colleagues were discussing life, work and, specifically, the challenges of onboarding juniors into their business. All agreed that some amazing young people were looking to enter the profession. Equally, all agreed that young people were, more often than not, not fully prepared for studio life when they entered employment; they brought energy, enthusiasm and often subject knowledge and skills but had minimal experience of putting all of this from theory into action. Listen here This...
KS3 Design Curriculum Units, Created exclusively for D&T Association members, these resources focus on developing design thinking and modelling skills. They guide students through creative problem-solving, user-centred approaches, and the use of both physical and digital modelling techniques. Additional units are added regularly to expand your toolkit. Log in to download or join today to access the full collection. https://www.designtechnology.org.uk/for-education/inspired-by-industry-member-only-content/design-curriculum-units/ https://www.designtechnology.org.uk/membership/
A Glimpse into Real-World Design, As part of their continued exploration of careers in design and technology, a group of Year 13 students from Langley Grammar School in Slough visited Designworks, an award-winning design and engineering consultancy based in Windsor. The visit offered students a unique opportunity to step inside a leading UK design studio and gain first-hand insight into the world of product development, modelmaking, and innovation across sectors such as medical, consumer, and digital. The visit included an informative talk covering the company’s work, clients, and the wide range of career...
The D&T Association Member new initiatives, Our main objective as your membership organisation, is to ensure the unique nature of D&T is maintained and valued. As it is compulsory between Key Stages 1 -3 we are here to support your planning and delivery, from Primary through Secondary school, enabling you prove its quality in your schools during inspections, addressing the changes to the OFSTED Framework. With a membership of over 33,000, join us in raising the profile and reputation of D&T in this country. Turn to us for advice and deliver...
Food Late KS3 Y9 Design and Make Event Food, D&T Key ResourcesFood Late KS3 – Design and MakeEvent Food – 6 hoursFirst published 2015; updated 2016 Investigating the breadth and variety of food served at festivals and events. Students determine what needs to be considered when considering food provision, including preparing suitable dishes and considering environmental issues. Key learning: Determining what the consumer wants and needs from food at a festival/ event Working out costs and profitability Environmental considerations of serving food and minimising waste at a festival ...
Concept Design Masterclass Feedback, Michael Noonan is a teacher at Queen Elizabeth's School Barnet. Recently, Michael participated in the ‘'Sketching & Rendering in Concept Design Masterclass by Seymourpowell’. This experience allowed him to glean insights from industry experts and contributed to his innovative teaching approach. Response to the Masterclass: The Sketching and Rendering in Concept Design Masterclass offered by Seymourpowell in collaboration with The Design & Technology Association is an excellent resource, thoroughly enriching for the technology team at our school. The course provided a focus on sketching and rendering techniques,...
Designer's Toolkit for Children, First published 2012 This document considers the creative process of designing that has proved to be so rewarding for children, encouraging them to think explicitly about the tools they use during their designing and making process. It provides a guide to using and applying designing tools and prompting pupils to ask the right questions and consider both getting started with design and working out ideas under the following headings: Asking questions Looking at products Design criteria Looking for inspiration ...
School of Engineering & Design London South Bank University Virtual Tour, Take a live, online tour around the School of Engineering & Design at London South Bank University See how Barney Townsend in his role as Course Leader has encouraged and maintained an exciting department for design, engineering, and innovation. Agenda 4:30pm – Introduction to the webinar 4:40pm – Tour of the School of Engineering & Design at London South Bank with Barney Townsend. 5:00pm – Q&A 5:15pm – Any final comments 5:30pm – Close Guest Presenter: Barney Townsend, Course Leader, London South Bank University....
Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler: innovation meets everyday design, How engineering and perseverance shaped a modern design icon Launched in 2018, the Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler is as much a story of engineering as it is of styling. It took over six years to develop, with nearly 650 prototypes tested before the final design was achieved. The Airwrap™ uses the Coanda effect, a principle of fluid dynamics where air follows a curved surface, to style hair without relying on extreme heat. This approach reflects Dyson’s focus on solving challenges through innovative applications of science. Made from...
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