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Nanotechnology – Small really is beautiful

Nanotechnology – Small really is beautiful, Trying to keep up with the latest advances in technologies can be a daunting and never-ending quest, and it is often tempting to take stock and try to understand what we have, rather than chase the latest development or trend. In my house I’m last in line to inherit the hand-me-down phone or tablet and while I constantly urge myself to keep up with what’s next, I sometimes take refuge in what I’ve got and what works for me. Then I go and research some emerging technologies and associated gadgets and suddenly...

GCSE Textiles Rescue

GCSE Textiles Rescue, In 2012 the D&T Association developed the GCSE Textiles Rescue programme, sponsored by the All Saints Educational Trust. The programme included national and regional workshops and on-line seminars for textiles teachers aiming to improve Textiles Technology GCSE results. Presentations from the six seminars have been fully revised by Julie Messenger and updated in 2014 and are available for download. They include edited recordings from the events. Please note: these resources refer to the previous GCSE specification and not the current D&T GCSE. On-line Seminars Top tips for planning...

Rethinking Classrooms

Rethinking Classrooms, A new whitepaper published by TSL (Technology Supplies) sheds light on the urgent need to modernise Design and Technology and STEAM learning spaces across the UK. Titled ‘The Impact of Learning Spaces on Design and Technology Education’, the report highlights widespread dissatisfaction among teachers with their current teaching environments. It also points towards solutions and funding opportunities that could transform the future of technical education. Backed by extensive research and feedback from teachers, technicians, and school leaders, the whitepaper reveals that over one-third of D&T teachers are unhappy with their current spaces. Issues like outdated equipment,...

Students Rise to the Challenge at UK Manufacturing Skills Event

Students Rise to the Challenge at UK Manufacturing Skills Event, The Design & Technology Association was delighted to attend this year’s ‘Design & Make Challenge’, held on Tuesday 8 July at the University of Warwick and hosted by WMG. Our curriculum consultant Lol Conway popped down to the event to meet with industry leaders, teachers and nearly 100 students for a day focused on tackling engineering challenges and building enthusiasm for careers in UK manufacturing. Organised by the Manufacturing Assembly Network (MAN Group), the event brought together 15 schools for an energetic, hands-on competition. Students were tasked with...

PATT40: A Celebration of Innovation and Education

PATT40: A Celebration of Innovation and Education, Design and Technology Association's attendance at PATT40 The Design and Technology Association recently marked its commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in design and technology education by exhibiting at the 40th edition of the Pupils' Attitudes Towards Technology (PATT) conference, commonly referred to this year as PATT40. This conference encompasses discussions, research papers, insights, and progressive ideas around D&T and wider STEM education. Understanding PATT40 The PATT conference series has served as a global platform for educators, researchers, and professionals passionate about technology education since...

VEX Training Day

VEX Training Day, We had a training day at our Banbury office today delivered by VEX Robotics. The session was led by Paul McKnight and Chris Calver who shared valuable insights and practical demonstrations with the Design and Technology Association team. The duo demonstrated the learning opportunities available in the field of robotics education using the VEX GO kits. The day started with an introduction to VEX GO and its unique features. VEX GO offers an affordable construction system designed to teach STEM fundamentals to young students through hands-on activities. The platform encourages all students to get...

Improving D&T provision and prepare for an Ofsted inspectorate 'deep dive' in D&T

Improving D&T provision and prepare for an Ofsted inspectorate 'deep dive' in D&T, Prepare for a 'deep dive' in D&T Bespoke INSET D&T training in your school, helping you provide excellent and inspiring D&T provision throughout your school ensuring you are prepared for an Ofsted 'deep dive' into D&T Very often this is a cost-effective way for to train a large number of teachers, during planned inset training days. We are contacted daily by individual schools, Multi Academy Trusts and groups of schools, across the country, to deliver bespoke Design and Technology CPD to teachers in their...

D&T Awards 2022

The award winners are: Category 1: Autodesk Excellence Award for Outstanding Secondary Subject Leadership Richard Harris, Raynes Park High School, London Category 2: Create Education Excellence Award for Outstanding Primary Subject Leadership Emma Hudson, Outwood Primary Academy, Wakefield Category 3: The James Dyson Foundation Excellence Award Recognising Outstanding D&T Teacher(s) Trudi Barrow, Sandringham School, St Albans Category 4: N.E.J Stevenson Award for Outstanding Contribution to Research in D&T Education Dr Wei Liu, King's College London Category...

Level 2 Food Safety CIEH - Full day September

Level 2 Food Safety CIEH - Full day September, 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 knowledge...

Level 2 Food Safety CIEH - Full day December

Level 2 Food Safety CIEH - Full day December, 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 knowledge...

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