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Projects on a Page: Your Go-To for Primary Design and Technology Planning, Since its launch in 2014, Projects on a Page has become a trusted companion for primary teachers across England, helping to bring the design and technology curriculum to life in a manageable and inspiring way. Whether you're new to the subject or looking to refresh your approach, this scheme of work is designed with you in mind. What is Projects on a Page? Projects on a Page is a comprehensive scheme of work developed by the Design & Technology Association to support...
GCSE Textiles Rescue Presentation - Improving your class grades in the final examination, 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 demonstrates a variety of strategies that can be used to engage students when preparing for the final examination. The presentation looks at exam revision, common themes in exams, learning techniques, revision planning, common exam mistakes, exam techniques and higher level thinking skills...
'Inspired by Industry' - Member Only Content, 'Inspired by Industry' has been produced with leading design and manufacturing companies to support all D&T teachers with a suite of free KS3 resources to use in the classroom. By working on real-life contexts and learning from industry experts, it allows teachers of D&T to potentially shift how they deliver elements of KS3 in a way that aligns with elements of KS4 and beyond, replicating how many organisations design, prototype and test. The additional curriculum support documents below will help you to deliver the individual Inspired by Industry contexts and are...
(Re)Introducing D&T to your Primary Curriculum., (Re)Introducing D&T to your primary curriculumStudy 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 ‘(Re)Introducing D&T to your primary curriculum’ aims to help all primary teachers and D&T Leaders to implement quality design and technology learning into their primary curriculum. It is part of a range of E-Learning CPD courses available for teachers that give an overall competence level for D&T curriculum creation and delivery. Design and technology in some primary schools...
Sustainability in product design, Sustainability in product design First Published 2018Ages 14-18 This item is a download Awareness of the issues around sustainable design has increased markedly in recent years and building sustainability into products is now recognised as essential. To fully understand the issues and approaches designers need to be aware of the impacts of design and manufacture and change their thinking and approaches to ensure products are viable in terms of minimising negative effects. This free resource, developed with the support of SolidWorks, offers a wide-ranging look at sustainability in...
Teaching electronics in KS3 D&T, This 'Teaching electronics in KS3 D&T' course has been created to help all D&T teachers improve their confidence and understanding of electronics within design and technology at secondary schools. Objectives:• A basic understanding of electronic concepts.• Basic knowledge of key components.• Design methods suitable for KS3 & 4.• How to develop an electronic solution to a problem.• Ways forward for curriculum and skill development.By participating in this course, you will:• Get access to a number of downloadable resources and videos• Upon completion of the course, delegates receive an electronic certificate and validated...
Modelmaking, Prototyping and Conceptual Models Training Bundle, We have created a training bundle of two E-Learning courses, aimed at KS3 and KS4 but significant for other age groups. The training bundle includes an inspiring masterclass developed in collaboration with Jude Pullen and the Design & Technology Association on Prototyping and Conceptual Models and another E-Learning course focused around modelmaking and prototyping, giving you a comprehensive suite of materials to develop your, and your students’ skills and understanding of this vital part of the design and make process. With the help of a high profile expert in the industry,...
Units not projects - A learning-first approach to 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 'Units not projects' course is aimed at teachers and subject leaders of design & technology to implement an effective curriculum structure that focuses on the learning needs of the students. This learning led approach can be carefully structured through strategically designed units of work rather than squeezing subject theory around a design and make project.The structure of this course has been planned with reflective...
Inspired by Industry Salsus Design, Inspired by Industry: Salsus Design This context has been put together to allow for a range of opportunities for students to explore the design and creation of accessible controllers for slot car racing. The context is adaptable to other types or applications of controllers. This may even be non-digital like handles possibly. Some outcomes are likely to be conceptual and may not be fully working. For example, a controller design may focus on accessibility or ergonomics which can often be tested without functioning as an electronic component. Some outcomes are likely...
Masterclass with Jude Pullen - Prototyping , This inspiring masterclass has been developed in collaboration with Jude Pullen and the Design & Technology Association. This E-Learning 'Prototyping' masterclass will take D&T teachers through the process of prototyping and model making with Jude Pullen. With a range of approaches and thought-pieces, the masterclass explores the role of prototyping in D&T and industry, exploring useful materials and processes and diving into some challenges you can do with your students . You will pick up tips and tricks along the way to allow you to develop your own skills and be...
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