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Smart Tools, Inclusive Classrooms

Smart Tools, Inclusive Classrooms, A recent webinar hosted by the Design & Technology Association brought together teachers and practitioners to explore how inclusive design principles can be applied meaningfully in D&T education. The webinar was led by John Walker, a teacher from Bradfield Academy in Chatham, Kent, whose hands-on experience with students of varying abilities shared his practical insight and inspiration. Members can watch the webinar for free here. Inclusive Tools for Tailored Learning John, who works in a specialist all-through SEN school, shared an impressive collection of adaptations used...

Lee Hull

Lee Hull, During my 25 years teaching experience, I have accumulated extensive knowledge and experience in different aspects of Design and Technology. Since graduating with a degree in Design and Technology in 1986,I have not only taught students multiple interrelated subjects at different levels, but I have also managed departments, liaised with the different examination authorities, and trained and mentored other teachers in formal and informal roles. All of this while continually adapting my teaching methods and techniques. I began my teaching career in 1986, where I taught AS-level Graphics. I have subsequently taught Graphics at the...

Drew Wicken

Drew Wicken, Drew Wicken graduated from the University of Greenwich in 2010 with a B.A. (Hons) in Design & Technology with Secondary Education. Drew later completed an M.A. in Education from the University of Wolverhampton. Drew has taught in various secondary schools nationwide, delivering design & technology education. Drew is the Director of Design & Technology and Vocational Education at the Co-op Academies Trust. In his role, Drew provides advice, guidance and support across all 30+ academies in all areas of Design & Technology and different vocational education offered. Drew also works for a leading examination board,...

Introduction to cooking and nutrition in the primary classroom

Introduction to cooking and nutrition in the primary classroom, Introduction to cooking and nutrition in the primary classroom Session Content: info about the current context consideration of H&S working through the key activities - FT, IEA, DMEA, with a focus on developing practical food preparation skills how skills and outcomes progress across the school sharing of resources Learning outcomes: to increase confidence and competence in teaching children about food and nutrition; to develop some basic practical skills and techniques...

The Excellence Award for Outstanding Contribution to Research in D&T Education

This will be awarded to educational professionals demonstrating a strong and ongoing contribution to design and technology education research. They may have spent their whole career within academia, or they may be teachers who have studied and spent time researching various aspects of the subject, conducting active research within their school. The candidates may have published papers or books widely used by teachers, stakeholders, government, or other professional bodies. These professionals should demonstrate an extended period of notable academic research. Evidence could include: • Examples of published academic papers and academic journal writing• Surveys,...

In Conversation with Nicky Lawler

Designer co-founder, Lawler Duffy Shoes, Nicky Lawler, Designed for Life podcast brought to you by The Design and Technology Association in partnership with The Edge Foundation. Listen Now Nicola Lawler has been designing shoes for over 20 years. The London born and based designer co-founded Lawler Duffy Shoes with Lori Duffy, while still at Cordwainers College and began her career by creating shoes for Joe Casely- Hayford. She has collaborated with many designers including Alexander McQueen, Hussein Chalayan and Katharine Hamnett. Having consulted for a diverse portfolio of clients from Louis Vuitton & John...

In Conversation with Mario de Freitas

Head of Engineering and D&T Teacher at St Birinus School, Mario de Freitas, Around three years ago the Design and Technology Association recognised a problem which was expressed by many teachers. Many D&T teachers had entered the profession through the traditional route, school-university-school and as such had no experience of working in business or industry that could inform their teaching. We tried a few trials with teacher placements into industry and instantly saw that there was gold dust within this work as both the teacher and the industry host came back with glowing accounts of what they gained from...

In Conversation with Clara Chu

Young V&A’s first designer, Clara Chu, In this latest episode of Designed for Life, you get to meet the Young V&A’s first designer in ‘The Shed’, Clara Chu. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Amazon Music The Young V&A opened its doors on Saturday, 1 July 2023. Young V&A is a powerhouse of creativity for the young, from infants to early teens. It is a national museum dedicated to children and young people, a place to imagine, play, create, debate and design for tomorrow.Clara is...

David Morgan

David Morgan, Retired Design and Technology teacher with thirty eight years experience of teaching the subject. Ten years as head of department and twenty four as head of faculty. In addition to the full range of health and safety training, I can offer training in a range of silversmithing and jewellery techniques for use in schools.

Richard Watson

Richard Watson, Extensive experience of designing and specifying design and technology workshop areas. Previous role as d & t adviser for Hertfordshire and acted as an Ofsted Inspector. Provision of Health & Safety training courses having been Chairman of the British Standards Committee responsible for drafting BS 4163.

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