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Curriculum and Professional Development Manager, Lol Conway, Lol Conway was a Design and Technology teacher for 14 years teaching students from years 7 to 13 in comprehensive secondary schools. She was a Head of Department for 7 of those years and was a College/Pastoral Leader for 2. During her time as Head of Department she took a department that was struggling to a thriving and outstanding faculty within the school. Lol trained and worked in Theatre Design before going on to work for The Guardian as part of their Digital Advertising team for...
Speaking and listening through D&T projects Guidance from the National Curriculum 2010 National Strategies, Speaking and listening through D&T projects Guidance from the National Curriculum 2010 National StrategiesAges 11-14 YearsFirst published 2010 This programme, supported by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation, aims to improve the speaking and listening skills of Key Stage 3 students through delivery of a D&T project. For full details of the project go to the Improving speaking and listening skills through D&T projects page. A range of National Strategies materials including video examples of students speaking...
Ursuline Academy, Ilford, Rose Russell and Edna Reilly, On International Women in Engineering Day, Designed for Life takes a moment to celebrate the work of two women who have made an amazing positive difference to girls' exposure to STEM opportunities within their school. Listen to the podcast hereRose Russell has been an outstanding Technician/Instructor/ STEM Coordinator at the Ursuline Academy, Ilford (an all girl’s catholic school) for 29 years in both the art and design and design and technology departments. Trained in fashion, Rose is neither an engineer nor a scientist, but in the last...
Cutting-edge knife safety transforms the design and technology classroom, Safety is a top priority in every design and technology classroom. Craft knives are essential tools for cutting card, foam, and thin wood, but even with supervision, accidents can happen, particularly when students are still developing confidence and handling skills. Automatically retracting blade knives are helping to change that. These innovative tools extend only when pressure is applied and retract instantly when released, dramatically reducing the risk of accidental cuts. For teachers, this means greater confidence in letting students work independently and safely. Key benefits for...
Patrick Sarpong, With over 15 years of experience in secondary education, I have established myself as an adept Design and Technology teacher. My journey has been marked by a passion for inspiring learners and equipping subject professionals, which has evolved into a comprehensive understanding of the subject and its pedagogical demands. In my various leadership roles, most recently the Head of Design, Technology & Engineering at The Henrietta Barnett School, I have facilitated the delivery of high-quality education. My proficiency in NEA content and meticulous, strategic approach to teaching have been instrumental in this. ...
Design for Planet Festival 2024: A Hub for Sustainable Innovation, The Design for Planet Festival 2024 is gearing up to be a significant event. This festival aims to unite designers, innovators, and environmental advocates under the theme of "Designing for the Future," focusing on how design can play a crucial role in tackling global challenges such as climate change and social justice. A Platform for Inspiration and Collaboration Attendees can look forward to an engaging line up of workshops, keynote speeches, and panel discussions featuring renowned leaders in sustainable design. The festival's...
Eamonn Durkan, Eamonn is a former Head of Technology at a large 11 – 18 Technology College, has worked as an Associate of University of Manchester, and lectured at Liverpool John Moores (Teacher Training Design and Technology). He is Chief Examiner for AQA Engineering Computer Applications and a Moderator for AQA A- level Design and Technology. He has participated in writing publications for - Design and Technology Graphics and Engineering. He has over 35 years of experience using workshop machinery and delivers training both in the UK...
Apprentice Mechanical Engineer, Lauren , Watch Lauren's video here Lauren is an apprentice studying at the Marches Centre of Manufacturing and Technology where she is learning aspects of mechanical engineering. She did D&T Product Design GCSE at school and quickly realised that she wanted to follow the apprenticeship route into engineering. At college she is learning a wide range of skills which she applies at her job at Caterpillar where she would like to specialise in quality control. She enjoys learning new skills and seeing herself making progress towards her goal. Play video.
What is D&T in primary schools and why is it important?, What is Primary Design and Technology? Are you really teaching D&T? View this video, the first of a number for Primary members. Design and Technology education involves two important elements - learning about the designed and made world and how things work, and learning to design and make functional products for particular purposes and users. Children acquire and apply knowledge and understanding of materials and components, mechanisms and control systems, structures, existing products, quality and health and safety. The skills...
MAN Group’s Design & Make Challenge , The MAN Group’s Design & Make Challenge is an annual event for Year 10–12 students, promoting careers in engineering, manufacturing and technology. The Challenge will take place on Tuesday 7 July 2026 at The Junction building at the University of Warwick in Coventry. Schools and colleges are invited to enter teams to compete in three categories: Innovation of Design Design for Manufacture Efficient Design ...
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