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What is D&T in primary schools and why is it important?, Why is Secondary Design and Technology important? Design and Technology is a practical and valuable subject. It enables children and young people to actively contribute to the creativity, culture, wealth and well-being of themselves, their community and their nation. It teaches how to take risks and so become more resourceful, innovative, enterprising and capable. Students develop a critical understanding of the impact of design and technology on daily life and the wider world. Additionally, it provides...
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....
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. ...
What One Teacher Learned at Dyson, The Design & Technology Association, in collaboration with the James Dyson Foundation, hosted a national CPD event at the Dyson campus in Malmesbury offering teachers from across the UK an opportunity to step inside one of the UK’s most innovative engineering environments. The fully funded CPD day brought together D&T teachers for a deep dive into hands-on activities that explored gamification, engineering tasks, Micro:bit programming, and mechanical construction. For Claire, a D&T teacher from a small independent school in Norfolk, the event was an exciting day of learning new...
Curriculum Links, These downloadable member-only units cover a range of additional units suitable within D&T. These units will be regularly developed and added to, creating a broad suite of resources to use in the classroom. 6 R's (Sc) - this unit introduces the 6Rs of sustainability: Reduce, Rethink, Refuse, Recycle, Reuse, and Repair. This helps students evaluate environmental impact and make more responsible design choices. Forces and Stress (Sc) - this unit covers how different forces such as tension, compression, shear, bending, and torsion affect materials and structures, to contextualise...
The award winners are: CATEGORY 1: Boxford Ltd Award for Innovation and Creativity in Design and TechnologyPaul Woodward, The Rugby School, Thailand CATEGORY 2: Inspirational Teaching of Design and Technology - Primary AwardGill Fitzpatrick, Beech Hill Community Primary School, Greater Manchester CATEGORY 3: HME Logistics Award for Inspirational Teaching of Design and Technology - SecondarySarah Mahmood, The Bemrose School, Derbyshire CATEGORY 4: James Dyson Foundation Award for Excellence in Engineering EducationMartin Davies, The Fernwood School, Nottinghamshire CATEGORY 5: Institution of Engineering and Technology Award for...
New Contexts Released , We are pleased to announce the release of three more design contexts as part of our ‘Inspired by Industry’ initiative. These free resources are tailored for Key Stage 3 students, providing teachers with editable materials that blend real industry challenges with curriculum requirements. Explore the new contexts: KI Europe – Minimising Parts This context explores reducing components in furniture design while maintaining strength and functionality. Students can experiment with a range of materials, including timbers, metals, and 3D-printed components. Techniques like lamination, generative design,
Model Making at New Blades 2025, The 31st Annual New Blades model makers recruitment fair will return on Thursday 26 June 2025, at Holborn Studios in London, offering an inspirational day dedicated to 3D design and model-making. This event is one of the leading platforms for emerging talent within the model-making industry, connecting graduates with employers, teachers, and fellow creatives. This year’s exhibition will feature the work of 69 model-making graduates from respected universities and colleges, including: Arts University Bournemouth (Modelmaking) Northbrook College (Prop Making & Special Effects) University...
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Designing 129, Designing 129 – Autumn 2024 Inspiring the Next Generation of Designers Designing magazine is the Design and Technology Association’s termly publication that highlights innovation, creativity, and impact across education and industry. From primary classrooms to cutting-edge university research and commercial product design, the magazine showcases how design and technology shapes the world around us. In this issue, we spotlight award-winning educators and students from the Excellence Awards 2024, explore inclusive product design from VR to music tech, and feature sustainable innovations like Smartable, a fridge shelf designed...
Training and Events, Why are events important to our members? The D&T Association runs a regular schedule of varied events throughout the academic year. These events can be refresher courses in your chosen field, or can be used as a means to build on your existing knowledge by Continued Professional Development (CPD). Our members and non-member delegates always benefit from the CPD experience gained at events. They’re also a great chance to meet fellow D&T professionals in a non-work environment and discuss new developments, trends, ideas, and compliance issues. They’re also an excellent opportunity to network...
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