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Teachers in Residence Experience at Seymourpowell , Natalie Cameron, Head of Design & Technology at Newstead Wood School, describes her recent ‘Teachers in Residence’ placement at Seymourpowell, a multidisciplinary consultancy in London best known for work across product, transport, digital experiences and sustainability, combining research and design to help clients bring innovative ideas to market. Natalie commented, “It was really cool. I learned lots, saw lots of amazing work, and it was validating to know that what we’re doing in school is actually aligned with industry practices.” Natalie admits she had dreamt of working...
Sustainability Series: J.O Studio’s journey from scraps to bold, eco-conscious fashion, From sewing to sustainability J.O Studio, founded by Jess O’Riley, began with her love for sewing. For over a decade, Jess made her own clothes, using whatever scrap material was available for her projects. In many ways, her interest in sustainability originally sprang from sheer resourcefulness. Her awareness of the climate crisis, particularly the environmental impact of textile production, grew over time. According to the UN Environment Programme, the fashion industry accounts for around 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, most of which comes...
INSET at Abbey Infant School, Paul Woodward, Design & Technology Association Curriculum Consultant, recently conducted a highly informative INSET session at Abbey Infant School, focusing on essential aspects of the design and technology curriculum. Aims Teachers aimed to understand how prototyping fits into the design process, explore ways to check out existing products and designers, learn about coming up with ideas, and figure out how to evaluate and assess things. The bespoke training also included coverage of the health and safety implications of D&T within the primary sector. ...
Julie Boyd, Julie currently works as a D&T consultant leading training, working as an author and offering in school support. Julie often works with her husband, Paul Boyd, and together they offer a comprehensive and unique level of support across the whole of D&T. Julie has worked in education for over 30 years with experience in a range of schools in the Midlands and London. She has had a number of leadership roles in D&T as well as a senior leadership role leading coaching and teaching and learning at...
SketchUp for Schools, Exploring 3D Design in the D&T Classroom D&T teachers recently joined our webinar to explore how SketchUp for Schools can be used to support 3D design and modelling in the classroom. Led by members of the SketchUp education team, the webinar provided an overview of how the platform has been developed specifically for classroom use. Teachers were shown how SketchUp for Schools integrates with Google and Microsoft education platforms, allowing both staff and students to access the software using existing school accounts and devices. The...
The power of making at Oastlers School, Chris Davis, design and technology leader at Oastlers School in Bradford, has witnessed first-hand the transformative power of design and technology in the classroom. Since opening in 2013, Oastlers has welcomed students with complex needs, all of whom have an EHCP with behaviour as their primary area of support. The school’s philosophy is simple yet powerful: provide students with the same opportunities as their peers in mainstream settings. Small class sizes, paired teaching, and a specialist behaviour team create a safe and positive environment, allowing students...
Inside the School of Engineering & Design at London South Bank University, In this webinar, hosted by the Design & Technology Association, teachers were given a virtual tour of the School of Engineering & Design at London South Bank University. Led by Barney Townsend, Course Leader for Product Design and Technology, the session explored the university’s workshops, facilities and project-based approach to learning. Viewers saw how students develop ideas through sketching, CAD modelling and hands-on prototyping using equipment such as CNC machines, laser cutters and 3D printers. The webinar also highlighted student...
Engineering Skills Conference Highlights Need for Youth-Centric Approaches to Bridge Sector Skills Gap, Over 160 delegates gathered at BMet’s Matthew Boulton College in Birmingham for the 2024 Engineering Skills Conference, co-hosted by Next Gen Makers and MSC Industrial Supply Co. UK. The conference brought together industry leaders, young apprentices, and teachers, united by a goal to inspire, attract, retain, and develop new talent within the engineering sector. The event commenced with presentations from speakers, including Chris Corkan of Make UK, Katherine Watson from WISE, Calum Nisbet of The Kaleidoscope Plus Group, and Rob Ewels...
Become a Trimble SketchUp ambassador , Trimble is opening the door to a new, fully funded professional development opportunity designed specifically for secondary design and technology teachers. The Trimble SketchUp Ambassador Programme is now recruiting 16 teachers from across the UK who want to build confidence, deepen subject knowledge and bring industry-standard 3D modelling into their classrooms. This easy-to-join programme has been created with teachers’ time, workload and classroom realities firmly in mind. It offers structured support, practical training and the chance to be part of a growing national network of SketchUp users...
SEN Communication Symbols, This comprehensive resource of accessible symbols has been created in conjunction with Widgit, a symbol-based language used predominantly for people with learning disabilities. This is an excellent resource for teachers wanting to make accessible materials for their D&T rooms and teaching/learning resources. It uses pictorial symbols, either as an alternative to text or to accompany it. The resource adds visual support to the printed word, opening up the world of information to those who may otherwise be excluded from it. These can also be used in mainstream schools to reduce EAL language barriers, enable...
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