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Fancy a bag?, Age 5-7 yearsFirst published 2012 In this project children design and make a bag of their own creation for a specific user and purpose. The resources are designed to unlock children’s innovative thinking. They provide a context that leads children to a wide range of different design responses increasing their ownership of the design process. Children use their knowledge of materials and their properties (Science objectives) and investigate textiles (Art objectives) to learn how textile products can be designed and made using a range of simple joining techniques. This project...
Celebrating International Women in Engineering Day, International Women in Engineering Day which takes place annually on the 23rd of June, is more than just a date on the calendar; it's a celebration of the achievements, contributions, and the potential of women in the engineering field. As we celebrate this significant day, let's take a moment to explore its rich history, acknowledge the progress made, and envision a future where women in engineering are not just recognised but are integral to the fabric of the industry. The Historical Roots of Women in Engineering The inception of...
Aeronautical Engineering, These resources have been developed with the support of the ERA Foundation, to help students understand roles and career paths into design and manufacturing, with aeronautical engineering as the main context. They include eight video case studies of engineers with different roles, a teacher guide and a series of PowerPoint based challenges for Key Stage 3 students. In these the eight engineers are presented as drawn characters, offering challenges to: Understand the principles of flight by making a glider that flies the furthest Powered flight: adding power to...
Inspired by Industry RAF, Inspired by Industry: RAF This context allows students to explore temporary shelter design for various situations, from humanitarian aid to pop-up market stalls and pet carriers. The project encourages material exploration, testing for properties like insulation and waterproofing, and considering collapsible structures and mechanical systems. Students can create physical or CAD prototypes, with testing methods ranging from virtual FEA analysis to hands-on team challenges like building and water-testing shelters. The project supports individual and group work, fostering problem-solving and engineering skills while allowing creative freedom in...
GCSE Textiles Rescue - Relevant use of CAD/CAM and e-textiles at GCSE, Ages 14-16First released 2014 This presentation was delivered to a group of textiles teachers at a training event in November 2013. The event was recorded and the narration is included in the presentation which prepares teachers for delivering CAD/CAM and e-textiles in the new curriculum. Aspects covered include different exam boards’ requirements, differentiation within CAD/CAM, which software to use, software options and different CAM options. E-textiles introduces different circuits and the use of switches and sound in products. Please...
Primary D&T Food Guidance, Primary D&T Food Guidance Fully updated 2020This Design and Technology Food Guidance resource was produced in association with the British Nutrition Foundation to help primary schools implement the requirements for food within the new National Curriculum for Design and Technology (D&T) in England. Aspects covered include: Teaching food across the school Equipment and accommodation National Curriculum for D&T – what it says, what it means Curriculum planning Safety and hygiene Ofsted inspections Included are links to a number of sites and resources to...
Tools to help teachers., Convert your Individual membership to Departmental membership It is important to convert your membership to Departmental Partnership membership. Our secondary Departmental partnership has become the membership option of choice, really offering your school tremendous value, member support and really invaluable engagement for your whole team. This option is of high value to Design and Technology teachers within a department at a cost of £198. We have found that schools are often willing to pay for Departmental partnership membership for their whole department, out of school budgets and so individual members...
D&T Primary 34 PDF Copy, D&T Primary 34 PDF Copy D&T Primary is a full-colour poster publication specifically for design and technology primary teachers, full of practical themed activities and articles supported by online downloadable resources. It comes as two A2 classroom posters backed by news, practical classroom and subject leader advice and details of available resources, folded to a A4 magazine format. D&T Primary is published three times a year and is available to Design and Technology Association Primary members and to other membership categories and is designed to...
Primary Subject Leadership File, This guide (provided as a downloadable PDF) contains useful information on all aspects of subject leadership in Primary D&T, including practical information on: Leading and Managing Design and Technology Curriculum Planning Resources and Health & Safety Subject Knowledge and its Application It provides a comprehensive set of materials addressing all the major aspects which subject leaders would be expected to address in their role. It includes up-to-date information on the requirements of the National Curriculum for Design and Technology
Primary Subject Leader File, Primary Subject Leaders File – PDF file format For all Primary Design and Technology subject leaders/co-ordinators. This guide (provided as a downloadable PDF) contains useful information on all aspects of subject leadership in Primary D&T, including practical information on: Leading and Managing Design and Technology Curriculum Planning Resources and Health & Safety Subject Knowledge and its Application It provides a comprehensive set of materials addressing all the major aspects which subject leaders would be expected to address in their role. It includes up-to-date information on...
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