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Inspiring the next generation at the QEHS STEM Fair, More than 800 primary pupils from over 30 local schools recently experienced a vibrant celebration of STEM at the annual fair hosted by Queen Elizabeth’s High School in Gainsborough. Held across two days, the event is one of the largest free STEM experiences for young people in Lincolnshire, bringing together schools, industry and students to spark curiosity and creativity. The fair was organised by staff and students at the school, supported by a range of industry partners including the Royal Navy, AMP Rose and Eminox. Together they delivered...
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...
OCR Engineering and D&T Forum , The OCR Engineering and D&T Forum recently served as a focal point for exploring the future landscape of Engineering and Design & Technology. Months of planning culminated in a vibrant exchange of ideas, drawing together stakeholders from Higher Education providers, schools, colleges and industry leaders. The journey from school to industry With a keen focus on inspiring the next generation, the forum posed crucial questions such as, "What is the future of engineering?" and "How can we better inspire young people to become engineers?" The OCR Engineering and...
2024 The Year in Review, Stepping into 2025, let’s reflect on the incredible progress made in championing design and technology education nationwide. With your support, we’ve inspired creativity and innovation in classrooms, giving more young people access to this vital subject. Celebrating Achievements 2024 has been a year of impact, from hands-on learning experiences to collaborations with industry leaders. Schools have embraced new initiatives, equipping students with essential skills for the future. Together, we’ve driven meaningful change in education. Relive the Highlights Take a look back at the moments that defined 2024 and...
D&T Bursary Raised for 2024, Many will have seen the extensive lobbying work which has been undertaken at the Association in response to the Education Policy Institute (EPI) Paper ‘A spotlight on D&T education in England’. This paper collected secondary research and presented a dire picture of the subject’s current position nationally. The Vision Paper, entitled ‘Reimagining D&T,’ was drawn up in response after a series of face-to-face and online teacher consultations across the UK. Teacher feedback helped to outline key proposals, recommendations, and calls to action from the Department for Education. One of the...
How should we assess D&T now that levels and level descriptions have gone?, Use the ‘progression framework’ to support formative assessment. With the removal of levels and level descriptions, this resource sets out developmental steps in children’s knowledge, understanding and skills. These include, but go beyond, the 2014 programmes of study. Age-related expectations have been developed for KS1, early KS2 and late KS2 which effectively replace the level descriptions and set new National standards for the subject. The Progression Framework is designed to help teachers plan activities which build on children’s previous learning whilst ensuring an appropriate...
Design and Technology GCSE , The new single title Design and Technology GCSE is a significant milestone in the history of the subject. It is important that Design and Technology teachers fully embrace the spirit of the reform and develop their department’s ability to provide a positive and enhanced experience for their students. We will provide new information and support for teachers as soon as it becomes available Take a look at all the specifications from all the Awarding Organisations OCR D&T GCSE specification AQA D&T GCSE specification...
Delivering D&T through various methods (no more chalk and talk), This E-Learning course 'Delivering D&T through various methods (no more chalk and talk)', aims to help secondary D&T teachers with various ways to deliver theoretical aspects of the subject in new and interesting ways. The methods described will also help to develop students' deeper understanding of concepts, helping their communication skills and allow you to step away from a 'lecture-style' approach to teaching.Course objectives: To provide help and guidance on how to deliver D&T theory in different ways. Help develop students' deeper understanding of...
Promoting D&T in the school and wider community, Do people know the great things that happen in your department? Do parents, students and other teachers value the subject? Create a buzz around D&T at your school with these tried and tested approaches and make D&T the jewel of the school crown! Objectives: Provide a number of case-studies of promotional techniques. Inspire you and give you opportunities to implement in your own school / department. Provide an opportunity to share / discuss ideas. Share a number of inspirational activities, events and...
Writing a scheme of learning in D&T: Putting pedagogy first, This E-Learning course aims to give specialist and non-specialist teachers of Design and Technology the confidence to write and develop student-centred schemes of learning. Course objectives: Provide a meaningful learning experience for students, based on knowledge and skills required for GCSE/A Level Design and Technology. Identify opportunities for enriching your curriculum. Include content that is suitable for your students’ needs. This course is for: Training teachers Early Career teachers Teachers of D&T (inc....
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