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Embedding a digital portfolio approach to support remote and school based learning, Session Content: In setting up D&T as a new subject at Tanglin Trust School, Singapore, James took the opportunity to review how best to deliver and record subject content to Y9 and above. The software and techniques allowed for a smooth transition into remote learning whether pupils had access to a device or not. The digital approach has not only improved planning, delivery and responses but has also enhanced other aspects of the curriculum, management and leadership of...
Exploring engineering through farming and haircare: Free classroom resources from the James Dyson Foundation, The James Dyson Foundation has released two inspiring free resources designed to help teachers bring engineering to life in their classrooms. Aimed at different key stages, these resources connect real-world engineering with everyday experiences, from sustainable farming to the science of haircare. For primary schools: The Future of Farming Engineering Solutions: The Future of Farming is a free resource for Key Stages 1 and 2, created to complement science, design and technology, and geography lessons. It...
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TinkerCAD Frame structures, Tinkercad Frame StructuresPowerpoint Building upon the skills learnt in the Introduction to Tinkercad, this tutorial takes you step by step through the process of creating simple frame structures. This links to the new POAP document ‘Frame Structures using CAD’ and provides the skills to explore physics in the Tinkercad Simulation tutorial.
Nets for packaging helpsheet, Nets for packaging helpsheet Ages 7-11 yearsFirst published 2018 This item is a download. This helpsheet has nine nets for making geometrical shapes that can be used for packaging or other work with structures. Each can be printed out onto card, decorated and coloured and include tabs that, when cut out, make them easy to assemble. Hexahedron (cube) Tetrahedron (pyramid) Octahedron Dodecahedron Icosahedron Truncated cube Snub Cube Pentagonal Pyramid Hexagonal Pyramid The resource...
Let's Look at Hats, Let’s Look at Hats EYFSAges 3-5 years This resource focuses on children investigating and evaluating hats. It includes two PowerPoint presentations, one with examples of different hats and questions to ask about who uses these hats and which are the children’s favourites, and one looking at different ways of joining fabrics using a variety of methods. Practitioners should use these as starting points and adapt the resource to include products that would engage children, including real hats and fabric examples. The resource...
Sustainability Series: Foldable Bike Helmet, Bike safety is something young people can relate to, whether they cycle themselves or are learning about road safety and personal responsibility. With more pupils using bikes and e-scooters, now is a great time to explore how design and technology can make everyday travel safer and more sustainable. Reimagining the bike helmet The Newlane helmet is a UK-designed, foldable cycling helmet that offers a practical solution to a common problem: traditional helmets are safe, but bulky and difficult to carry. This innovative product folds...
Preparing university portfolios – advice to support your students, Preparing university portfolios – advice to support your students London South Bank University has shared practical guidance to help design students prepare strong portfolios for university admissions. Associate Professor Barney Townsend explains that portfolios are far more revealing than predicted grades, offering insight into a student’s motivation, design thinking and potential. Most importantly, students shouldn’t feel anxious. Admissions tutors understand they’re at the start of their journey. Passion and honesty come before perfection. What LSBU looks for At LSBU,...
Teachers in Residence Placement: George Bedford, George Bedford, Subject Leader of Product Design at St Richard Reynolds Catholic College, has returned from an inspiring four-day placement at Foster + Partners as part of the ‘Teachers in Residence’ programme, organised by The Design & Technology Association. During his time with the world-renowned architectural practice, George experienced first-hand their approach to materials, design, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. A particular highlight was the Foster + Partners material library, an extensive resource showcasing sustainable solutions, including waste-derived products used to create 3D printing filament. Already committed...
Programmable Components - Multi-Light and Coin-operated Charity Box, Multi-Light and Coin-operated Charity BoxFirst released 2015 Ages 11-14 yearsTime allocation: 6-12 hoursThis unit introduces learners to electronics and control, and in particular programmable components including microcontrollers. Originally planned for Year 9 it has scope to be taught across KEY Stage 3.It has students design and make either a tap-controlled lighting project or coin operated novelty box, both requiring them to write simple programs in either Flowchart or Basic using Genie or PICAXE. It includes a full unit of work, project framework, PowerPoint presentation and...
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