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Are you really teaching D&T?, Are you really teaching D&T? Or are children getting a poorly conceived, watered down version of the subject, asks Gareth Pimley, lead primary consultant for the Design and Technology Association… Egyptian shadufs and sarcophagi. Viking longboats and Greek vases. Replicas, reproductions and representations. Imitations, duplications and decorations. Form without function, products without a purpose, craft without a client. D&T dumbed down. Have you ever wondered whether the design and technology project you are teaching is, in fact, design and technology? Some ‘design and technology’ activities might...
Sustainability Series: Denimolite – LSBU Student Project, Transforming denim waste into sustainable innovation Denim jeans are a staple of everyday life but what do we really know about how they’re made, what happens to them when they’re no longer worn, and the environmental impact they leave behind? We explore Denimolite, an exciting, sustainable innovation developed by designer Josh Myers. It’s ideal for teachers looking to bring real-world design and sustainability examples into the classroom and perfect for sparking discussion and inspiring the next generation of designers. The problem with denim Denim is traditionally...
Sustainability Series: Biodegradable wine packaging turns grape waste into a sustainable solution, A Nottingham Trent University graduate has found an inventive way of tackling one of the wine industry’s biggest waste problems. Her project has the potential to inspire design and technology students to think differently about sustainability, materials, and product design. Tackling waste in the wine industry For every 100 litres of wine produced, 30 kilograms of grape waste is created. Globally, this adds up to around 3.5 billion kilograms each year. BA Product Design graduate Ella Sainsbury chose to address this issue in...
Nottingham Trust Hosts Targeted INSET for Primary Educators, Nottingham Schools Trust recently welcomed teachers from across the region to an inspiring professional development session focused on embedding effective progression within the primary D&T curriculum. Hosted by the Trust and led by D&T Association Curriculum Consultant Lol Conway, the INSET brought together classroom teachers and subject leads for a deep dive into curriculum design rooted in clarity and long-term planning. Lol, who brings extensive experience from secondary teaching, teacher training and national curriculum development, guided attendees through what progression should look like from EYFS through to upper...
Arts University Bournemouth Webinar, Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is paving the way with its unique approach to nurturing talent and advancing innovation. Will Strange, the leader of AUB's Design for Sustainable Futures Programme, recently shared insights into the university's vision and new courses during a virtual presentation with Ed Ward and Paul Johnson, who leads the Creative Technologies Course and Modelmaking Programme. Expansion and Collaboration Will highlighted AUB's recent Blueprint 1000 membership to expand its outreach efforts. The university aims not only to spread awareness about its creative courses but also to collaborate with more...
Secondary Materials Health and Safety SMHS - Initial Training (JG), This course is suitable for Teachers, Technicians, TA’s and those supporting learners in the workshop. This course will enable delegates to acquire H&S accreditation certification through a ‘hands on’ approach using the following… Drilling Machine Sanding Machine Portable power tools (Drill & Sander) Power Fret Saw Hand Tools Bench Grinder Plastics Moulding Equipment All the activities conform to the current D&T Association Training Standards.Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Cost of accreditation is included...
Wood Turning Lathe (S7HS) - Initial Course Training (RS), This course will enable delegates to acquire H&S accreditation certification through a ‘hands on’ approach using the machinery to complete simple set tasks. The tasks included will be preparing timber, parallel turning, taper turning, convex turning, concave turning, finishing & parting off. Delegates will undertake a number of exercises, including turning between centres and using faceplates and chucks and tool sharpening. All the activities conform to the current D&T Association Training Standards.Refreshments will be provided but you will need to bring your own lunch.Cost of accreditation is included...
Secondary Materials Health & Safety (SMHS) - Initial Training Course with Bandsaw (MS), This course is suitable for Teachers, Technicians, TA’s and those supporting learners in the workshop. Delegates will have the opportunity to become familiar with a variety of equipment. This course will enable delegates to acquire H&S accreditation certification through a ‘hands on’ approach using the following. Drilling Machine Power Fret Saw Sanding Machines Narrow Band Saw All the activities conform to the current D&T Association Training Standards.NB; no experience necessary in using this equipment but...
Secondary Materials Health and Safety (SMHS) Option 1- Initial Training Course (MS), This course is suitable for Teachers, Technicians, TA’s and those supporting learners in the workshop. Delegates will have the opportunity to become familiar with a variety of equipment. This course will enable delegates to acquire H&S accreditation certification through a ‘hands on’ approach using the following. Hand Tools Drilling Machine Power Fret Saw Sanding Machines Plastics Moulding Equipment Portable Power tools( including only Drills and sanders) All the activities conform to the current...
Wood Turning Lathe (S7HS) - Initial Training Course (RS), This course will enable delegates to acquire H&S accreditation certification through a ‘hands on’ approach using the machinery to complete simple set tasks. The tasks included will be preparing timber, parallel turning, taper turning, convex turning, concave turning, finishing & parting off. Delegates will undertake a number of exercises, including turning between centres and using faceplates and chucks and tool sharpening. All the activities conform to the current D&T Association Training Standards.Refreshments will be provided but you will need to bring your own lunch.Cost of accreditation is included...
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