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SCITT: Enhancing Visual Communication Skills, Our Design and Technology focused School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme is underway. Trainees at The Pioneers Partnership gain QTS on completion of the one-year school-centred programme. Despite the focus being on secondary education, trainees will also be looking at primary and post-16 education to give them a holistic view of the D&T landscape. Curriculum Consultant Paul Woodward recently delivered a comprehensive, face-to-face SCITT session. This is just one of the great intensive sessions we do as part of a wider offering of specialist training for delegates. ...
Is MDF safe to use in school workshops? , Much media attention has been drawn towards MDF and the hazards associated with its use in schools, although there is no evidence that calls for it to be removed entirely from use in schools, it’s use does raise serious concerns. Hardwood dust is classified in COSHH as carcinogenic, and softwood is now a suspect carcinogen, although not defined as such in COSHH. Thus under risk assessment procedures substitution by natural wood may not eliminate the problem. Serious concern has been raised over the dust created...
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...
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...
Teacher Toolkit Tuesday - Fish in School Hero programme brings fresh skills to classrooms, The Fish in School Hero (FISH Heroes) programme is giving pupils across the UK the chance to prepare, cook and taste fish before they leave school. The initiative builds practical cookery skills and confidence for students, while providing teachers with training, resources and free fish to use in lessons. At its core, the programme helps pupils master essential techniques such as filleting, seasoning and cooking. Lessons also explore the nutritional benefits of fish, rich in protein, vitamins and omega-3s,...
Seeing D&T come alive through the Teachers in Residence programme - Susana del Castillo at PriestmanGoode, Discovering the opportunity My name is Susana del Castillo, and I’m the subject leader for D&T at St Paul’s Way School in Tower Hamlets. While looking for opportunities and resources for my students through the Design & Technology Association, I came across the Teachers in Residence programme. The placement at PriestmanGoode immediately caught my attention, as I wanted to experience real industry practice in action and this seemed perfect. Learning from industry practice I was...
Seymourpowell Schools Challenge , Celebrating four decades of groundbreaking design and innovation, renowned design agency Seymourpowell, has launched a new initiative aimed at nurturing the creative talents of tomorrow. The announcement of the ‘Schools Challenge’ marks a significant milestone in the company's history and shows its commitment to shaping the future of design education. During a recent webinar hosted by the Design & Technology Association, representatives from Seymourpowell outlined the competition. This included Associate Director Andy Pye, Lead Product Designer Robert Cooper, Senior Design & innovation Strategist Rae Dominique, Interaction Designer Beth Millar and Junior...
Siemens' Train the Trainer Event , Our curriculum consultant Paul Woodward recently took part in the Siemens ‘Train the Trainer’ event at Rivergate House in Newbury. The three-day event aimed to equip delegates with the tools and knowledge needed to inspire and prepare the next generation of designers and engineers focused on the fundamentals of Solid Edge software. Through live demonstrations, hands-on training and Q&A sessions, the event provided a comprehensive guide for training teachers and whole departments. What is Solid Edge? Solid Edge is a professional computer-aided design (CAD)...
Food late KS3 Y9 Technology in Society - Hydroponics, D&T Key ResourcesFood Late KS3 – Technology in Society Hydroponics – working water – 1 hourFirst published 2015; updated 2016 Investigating alternative food production methods to ensure food production. Students investigate and discuss the benefits and drawbacks of using hydroponics systems to grow plant-based foods. Key Learning: Understanding the term hydroponics Explore the methods used and key terms Be aware of the applications throughout the world Knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of producing food...
Food Mid KS3 Y8 Technology in Society - The appliance of science, D&T Key ResourcesFood Mid KS3 – Y8 Technology in SocietyThe appliance of science – 1 hour First published 2015; updated 2016 Students will investigate new and emerging technologies used in the production of food including an understanding of the key terms associated with molecular biology. They will understand that food can be altered to look and taste differently and how it might be presented. The work of a number of inventive chefs is featured. Key Learning ...
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