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world chess day 2025

Chess meets classic design in innovative D&T classroom project, To celebrate World Chess Day, two design and technology teachers are sharing a student project that brings timeless design to the forefront using chess as the medium for creative exploration. Originally developed by Owen Gilbert (Head of Design & Technology at Dubai College) and Padraig Gaughan (Head of Design Emerging Technologies at GEMS Dubai American Academy) while teaching together at Repton Dubai, the project continues to be run independently by both teachers in their current schools. The pair are using the opportunity to showcase the work...

STEM Careers resources Graphic Designer

STEM Careers resources Graphic Designer, Age 11-14 years This unit raises awareness of career opportunities in Graphic Design. It provides an opportunity for pupils to explore a typical career path, gives an insight into the diverse nature of Graphic Design and has a rapid response creative designing activity working to a tight deadline. There are teacher notes and worksheets while the PowerPoint presentation introduces a graphic designer, giving his background and experience and examples of graphic design. The resource also includes information about careers and links to a number of websites and further useful resources. ...

Primary Keywords

Primary Keywords, This resource includes an Excel document listing the key vocabulary for primary Design and Technology. It is organised into designing and evaluating, making and technical knowledge, cooking and nutrition, and tools and equipment as well as identifying words specific to KS1 and KS2. Alongside the Excel document there are a collection of key word mats created in PowerPoint that can be shown on the board, used in a display or downloaded, printed and laminated for use on the pupil’s tables. These are organised into the typical strands of technical knowledge including cooking...

Excellence Awards 2025

Nominate Now for the Design & Technology Association Excellence Awards 2025!, Nominate Now for the Design & Technology Association Excellence Awards 2025! Celebrate Excellence in D&T The Design & Technology Association Excellence Awards 2025 are your chance to celebrate the outstanding individuals and teams making a real difference in design and technology education. Whether it’s an inspiring primary or secondary teacher, a dedicated student, a hardworking department, or an industry partner shaping the future of D&T, now is the time to recognise their achievements. These awards shine a spotlight on...

Paul Calver

Paul Calver, Profile: Paul Calver BSc(Hons), MBA, FRAeS Paul started his career designing spacecraft control systems for BAE Systems prior to moving to Cobham Plc as a project manager. He has held executive and board level positions, including managing director of UK and USA companies, in leading manufacturing and technology driven companies within the aerospace, marine and renewable energy sectors. In 2000, Paul focused on supporting new technology companies and startups by taking a role as CEO of a novel fuel cell technology company, Chairman and founding shareholder of a Chinese manufacturing...

Projects on a Page Planning

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...

Vision for the future of Design and Technology

Industry heavyweights Jonny Ive, Will Butler-Adams and Yewande Akinola back our vision to Reimagine D&T in schools, The Design and Technology Association were at the V&A Museum on Monday 24 July, launching our highly anticipated Vision Paper for 2023. Backed by Sir Jony Ive, Will Butler‑Adams OBE​ and Yewande Akinola among others, the paper highlights the urgent need for revitalising design and technology in the education system and calls for decisive action to address the decline of this key curriculum subject. Download the Reimagining D&T document Teachers nationwide unite to...

Virtual Teachers in Residence with Triple Double Case Study

Virtual Teachers in Residence, Triple Double , We were exceptionally pleased to be able to spend a wonderful afternoon with Triple Double. Triple Double is a creative studio that use the power of design and creativity to transform how youth engage in sport and education. A group of teachers spent the afternoon learning about how this creative studio operates on a day to day basis and what makes them tick. Visit their website for more information. Triple Double Case Study Accessing our contacts of over 30,000 members of the Design...

Live Podcast at AUB

Experience a Live Podcast at Arts University Bournemouth: Design, Technology, and Sustainability, Are you ready to explore the intersection of design, technology, and sustainability? Join us for an unforgettable live podcast experience with Designed for Life at Arts University Bournemouth (AUB). This exclusive event is your chance to dive deep into the world of design and innovation with leading experts and creators. Event Details Date: 5th February 2025 Location: Arts University Bournemouth campus Timings: ...

'Designed for Life' Podcast Hits the Road!

'Designed for Life' Podcast Hits the Road!, In 2020, during lockdown, the 'Designed for Life' podcast was born. It aimed to share honest talks with designers, innovators, engineers, and manufacturers with teachers, students, parents, and industry leaders. Fast forward three years, with nearly 25,000 listeners worldwide, and we have taken the show on the road! This week, we were in Newcastle, hosted by John Smith and the Royal Grammar School Newcastle. Our guest, engineer Charlotte Chapman, shared her inspiring journey from school to designing incredible machines for Royal IHC with our CEO...

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