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Inside the Project: Inspiring the next generation to #ChooseD&T, Inspiring the next generation to #ChooseD&T #ChooseD&T is a campaign by student Evelyn Flaskett, designed to spark curiosity in design and technology among 13–14-year-olds. Developed as part of a university project, it uses bold, imaginative visuals, like brain-inspired graphics and bus posters, to show how design shapes the world around us and to encourage more students to choose D&T at GCSE. Listen to Evelyn talk about her project: https://youtu.be/DqJTooz0JD8 ...
Founder Fashion Rebellion, Amanda Riley, Amanda was somewhat destined to work in fashion from an early age. Influenced by her grandmother, who placed her in front of a sewing machine at age eight, she quickly learned how to use the machine and how to make her own clothes. Having made her own dress only a short time after being introduced to the sewing machine, Amanda's journey into the fashion industry was set. A combination of sheer determination, ability, grit, and, it has to be stated, a degree...
Stuart Dashwood at Prodrive, I have been a Design Technology teacher for a little over 12 years, unlike many design technology teachers, am not an engineer, I am an arts graduate, specifically I trained as a Jewellery designer, I have sometimes felt this leaves me at a disadvantage when I am trying to guide my students, to help them make the best choices for careers and next steps after school. I am constantly fascinated by the huge number of things I discover I don’t know, particularly about entry into engineering and how...
Inspiring innovation – intellectual property in design, The Association has been working with the Intellectual Property Office to develop this set of free resources helping teachers and students to understand the implications of IP in product design. The resources consist of five PowerPoint classroom teaching presentations and associated materials that schools can use and adapt, in which the students develop their ideas and realise the importance of securing the intellectual property. These can be used as a kit to allow schools
Inspiring curious minds with BBC Bitesize for Teachers, BBC Bitesize for Teachers offers design and technology teachers a flexible collection of short, engaging videos that help pupils see themselves as inventors, engineers and problem solvers. Designed to fit easily into busy classrooms, these resources support creativity, resilience and real world understanding across both primary and secondary phases. At KS2, the You too can be an absolute genius video collection, presented by scientist and inventor Fran Scott, explores what makes a great inventor. Through creativity, curiosity and perseverance, pupils are introduced...
2026 DBA Design Effectiveness winners, The winners of the 2026 DBA Design Effectiveness Awards have been announced at The Design Effect in London, highlighting how design continues to shape businesses, communities, and everyday life. Gold, Silver and Bronze accolades, along with the coveted Grand Prix, were revealed on the 10th of March, in a celebration of creativity and impact. The live event brought together design leaders, pioneering businesses and industry voices in the iconic National Gallery. Speakers included Samsung’s President and Chief Design Officer,...
What are legal implications regarding other teachers, i.e. unqualified teachers, teaching D&T?, The document BS4163:2021 Health and safety for design and technology in educational and similar establishments – Code of Practice’ provides clear guidance on those responsible for supervising students whilst undertaking design and technology activities. As a Code of Practice it provides practical compliance of how to comply with the law. Approved Codes of Practice have a special legal status. If employers are prosecuted for a breach of health and safety law, and it is...
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...
Chartered Engineer, Titi Oliyide, Growing up with a love of mathematics, Titi thought a career as a maths teacher was beckoning until a conversation with one of her sister's friends opened up the possibility of becoming an engineer. A comment that stood out for me in this conversation was her sister's friend's statement, "You don't have to love chemistry or be brilliant at it to become a chemical engineer." It's not exactly the career advice we might all expect, but it's accurate nonetheless. 🎧 Listen hereTiti is a chartered engineer with experience...
Design with a Cause - Style Her Empowered: how sustainable design is transforming education in Togo, Style Her Empowered (SHE) is a non-profit organisation showing the true power of design and technology to change lives. Founded by Payton McGriff, SHE combines innovative textiles, sustainable fashion design and community partnerships to keep girls in school and create long-term employment opportunities for women in Togo. The story behind Style Her Empowered The idea began with a simple but powerful insight: for many girls, access to something...
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