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Exam Results A Level and GCSE in D&T 2017, The D&T Association has produced two spreadsheets, one for GCSE and one for GCE, which contain an analysis of each qualification for summer 2017. They include overall entry figures, breakdown by specification title and by awarding organisation. They also include entry and pass rate trends from 2001 to 2017. These will provide invaluable data for subject leaders. This product is a download.
Mike Hardman, I was a full-time teacher of DT for 28+ years. I was a Curriculum Lead for a chain of Academies, I was the lead writer of the curriculum for 4 academies for Design Technology, I also ran a DT department. I taught RM (KS3 & 4), PD (KS 3, 4 & 5), Catering (yr10), Food and Nutrition (KS3), Construction, level 1 and 2 Over the last 20+ years I have been involved with writing and implementation of relevant schemes of work, for most areas of DT. I have planned assessment, written...
Bringing Dieter Rams’ principles of good design into the classroom, Dieter Rams’ Ten Principles of Good Design have guided generations of designers and remain a powerful tool for helping pupils understand what makes design purposeful, sustainable and human-centred. For teachers, they provide a clear framework to explore design thinking and encourage pupils to look beyond the surface of products to consider usability, honesty and environmental impact. A framework to spark classroom discussion Rams’ principles remind us that good design: is innovative makes a product useful is aesthetic ...
D&T Teacher, Helen O'Sullivan, Designed for Life podcast brought to you by The Design and Technology Association in partnership with The Edge Foundation and PTC Onshape. Listen here. This episode of Designed for Life follows the journey of a teacher who from day one of her career has worked tirelessly to make sustainability and conversation around this critical topic the very centre of her classroom practice.Introduced at a very young age to the concept of making her own clothes by her nan, Helen has always been motivated by the need to conserve resources and...
Sketching and Rendering in Concept Design Masterclass, Donna Isaac, a teacher from Wallingford School in Oxford shares her experience with the Sketching and Rendering Masterclass offered by Seymourpowell in collaboration with The Design & Technology Association. This 'Sketching & Rendering in Concept Design' Masterclass, takes D&T teachers through the process of concept design at Seymourpowell. Motivation Donna's decision to enrol was driven by a desire to strengthen her team's skills and confidence in sketching and utilising diverse materials. The school's funding for INSET provided a unique opportunity to invest in this CPD opportunity. Donna...
HMI lead inspector for D&T, Brian Oppenheim, Podcast brought to you by the Design and Technology Association in partnership with the Edge Foundation. Listen now! Brian Oppenheim one of Her Majesties lead inspectors, a former teacher and head of design and technology and currently an experienced lead inspector with responsibility for the subject. In this conversation, we cover Brian's experience at school and what brought him to train to teach design and technology with the Inner London Education Authority. Brian talks us through his experiences as a head of department and how...
Using Fizzbits to teach design iteration, Content: Ross Atkin is a professional product designer, who is currently appearing on the BBC program 'The Big Life Fix'. In this short video he explains how design iteration can be addressed through a simple, fun robot design challenge. Learning Outcomes: To understand how to use design iteration in a design challenge. Start E-Learning Now, Primary Workshop
Clare Lightowler, Clare is a Registered Design and Technology Health & Safety Consultant and experienced middle leader with a Master’s in Teaching and Learning and the National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL). Since 2010, she has led multiple departments and taught Design & Technology, Engineering, Textiles and Food. With a decade of experience as an Interior Architect, working on high-value projects she brings a wealth of transferable skills in communication, collaboration and adhering to legislative frameworks. Passionate about STEM education, Clare delivers STEM days to students aged 9-18 across the Northwest and leads STEM...
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: ...
Skills for Planet: upskilling one million designers in green design skills by 2030, We’re proud and delighted that the Design & Technology Association was one of the partners who worked closely with our friends and colleagues at the Design Council to help produce this important paper: Skills for Planet is a national initiative from the Design Council, on a bold mission to upskill one million designers in green design skills by 2030. Design shapes the world we live in – and right now, it’s shaping our future. With growing demand for environmentally responsible...
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