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Inspiring innovation – intellectual property in design, Inspiring innovation – intellectual property in design This resource has been developed with the Intellectual Property Office to help teachers and students to understand the implications of IP in product design. It consist of five PowerPoint classroom teaching presentations and associated materials that schools can use and adapt, in which the students develop their ideas and realise the importance of securing the intellectual property, and two videos outlining IP and the associated 'business days' that schools can deliver in which students’ innovative design ideas, produced using smart and modern materials, are developed...
GCSE Key Resources: Designing in Contexts classroom teaching resource, Designing in Contexts classroom teaching resource Ages 14-16First published 2017 This D&T GCSE Key Resource is based on five separate classroom activities that can be delivered consecutively or as separate lessons, where appropriate. The topics for each activity are: Designing in context Exploring the situation Identify the needs and wants of people 1 & 2 Develop design ideas to meet users’ needs and wants Evaluate existing products It includes a PowerPoint presentation that can be adapted to suit your needs and includes worksheets and accompanying...
Inspiring innovation – intellectual property in design, The Association has been working with the Intellectual Property Office to develop this set of free resources helping teachers and students to understand the implications of IP in product design. The resources consist of five PowerPoint classroom teaching presentations and associated materials that schools can use and adapt, in which the students develop their ideas and realise the importance of securing the intellectual property. These can be used as a kit to allow schools to deliver this in a ‘business day’ in which students’ innovative design ideas, produced using...
Level 2 Food Safety CIEH - Full day May, Full-day, online food course (zoom link will be provided) Who is this course for? This is a live, full day, online food for everyone who teaches and supports secondary D&T Food Preparation and Nutrition or who leads clubs or food activities in schools, including: Teachers Trainee teachers Technicians Teaching assistants/higher level teaching assistants What will this course cover? Training and assessment for Level 2 Foundation Food Safety certificate in association with CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health) It will incorporate theoretical application of the...
Primary D&T Roadshow, The Primary D&T Roadshow is a collaboration between STEM Learning and the Design & Technology Association, aimed at strengthening teachers’ confidence and subject knowledge in primary design & technology. You will explore what high-quality D&T looks like in practice and support teachers to distinguish authentic D&T from craft-based activities. You will be introduced to the essential elements of effective D&T, emphasising purposeful projects, creativity, problem-solving and opportunities for genuine pupil decision-making. You will spend time unpacking the primary D&T curriculum, demystifying statutory requirements, expected progression from EYFS to KS2 and strategies for designing meaningful, hands-on...
Level 2 Food Safety CIEH - Full day October, Full-day, online food course (zoom link will be provided) Who is this course for? This is a live, full day, online food for everyone who teaches and supports secondary D&T Food Preparation and Nutrition or who leads clubs or food activities in schools, including: Teachers Trainee teachers Technicians Teaching assistants/higher level teaching assistants What will this course cover? Training and assessment for Level 2 Foundation Food Safety certificate in association with CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health) It will incorporate theoretical application of the...
Embedding Sustainable Practice in Design and Technology, This course aims to help teachers of design and technology develop opportunities to embed issues of sustainability into their D&T teaching. Whilst aimed at key stages 3 and above, many aspects in this course can be adapted to be relevant and useful for younger age groups. The course can also act as professional development for teachers wanting to learn more about issues of sustainable practice. Sustainability is growing in prominence within design and technology, and it is vital that students develop a deep understanding of issues relating to sustainability, both to develop their...
What is the maximum number of students that should be taught within D&T workshops and studios?, BS 4163:2021+A1:2022 ‘Health and safety for design and technology in educational and similar establishments – Code of practice states that: ‘In England and Wales, there should be a maximum of 20 learners with one competent, qualified teacher in any one work area’. ‘In Scotland and Northern Ireland, there should be a maximum of 20 pupils for all classes in practical subjects’. It goes on to provide a helpful framework to use when assessing group sizes: ‘Risk assessments should be carried out to determine the...
Inside the School of Engineering & Design at London South Bank University, Teachers recently had the opportunity to take a virtual tour of the School of Engineering & Design at London South Bank University in a webinar hosted by the Design & Technology Association. Led by Barney Townsend, Course Leader for Product Design and Technology, the session offered an inside look at the facilities, teaching approach and student projects that shape the next generation of designers and engineers. A Design School in the Heart of London Located in central London, the university sits within walking distance...
The James Dyson Foundation Primary Workshop, The James Dyson Foundation hosted a full-day, primary Design and Technology workshop at their impressive, glass-fronted headquarters in Wiltshire. This free event was delivered in collaboration with the Design & Technology Association and offered to primary teachers. The event was designed to link Dyson’s high-tech, inspirational work with the D&T curriculum delivered in primary classrooms and included how to contextualise D&T. Primary Workshop The day was packed with engaging activities and talks. Participants had the chance to hear from Mark Johnson who is a Senior Principal Engineer at...
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