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60 minute CPD Primary programming and control

60 minute CPD Primary programming and control , 60 minute CPD, online course (Zoom link will be provided) What is programming and control in D&T? Where to start? Do you know your ‘Crumbles’ from your ‘Micro:bits’? Are you lost in a scary sea of wires, computers and batteries? Course objectives: In this session we will look at the basics of programming and control in D&T. We will show you options to get you started in your school and show the differences

Primary D&T Subject Leadership - Full day September

Primary D&T Subject Leadership - Full day September, As a primary D&T subject leader, you play a crucial role in shaping your school’s curriculum. This full-day course is designed to help you lead with confidence, vision, and purpose. Through practical strategies and hands-on activities, you'll learn how to plan a coherent D&T curriculum that aligns with the Ofsted Inspection Framework and enhances your pupils' progress and attainment. Why Attend? Lead with Confidence Learn how to confidently shape and lead a high-quality D&T curriculum in your...

STEM Careers resources Graphic Designer

STEM Careers resources Graphic Designer, Age 11-14 years This unit raises awareness of career opportunities in Graphic Design. It provides an opportunity for pupils to explore a typical career path, gives an insight into the diverse nature of Graphic Design and has a rapid response creative designing activity working to a tight deadline. There are teacher notes and worksheets while the PowerPoint presentation introduces a graphic designer, giving his background and experience and examples of graphic design. The resource also includes information about careers...

Kendall Primary School takes part in CREATE Education’s 3D Printer Loan Scheme

Kendall Primary School takes part in CREATE Education’s 3D Printer Loan Scheme, Kendall Primary School, led by D&T Coordinator Vicky Ward, has looked at ways to enhance its design and technology curriculum through participation in CREATE Education’s 3D Printer Loan Scheme. Blueprint 1000 members, CREATE Education offers schools like Kendall Primary the opportunity to explore cutting-edge CAD and 3D printing technologies. Prior D&T Curriculum Before joining the scheme, Kendall Primary School's D&T curriculum lead had begun to explore the use of Tinkercad, an online CAD...

Learning with TinkerCAD

Learning with Autodesk TinkerCAD, Astrid Øie, representing Autodesk, welcomed teachers to an online webinar hosted by the Design & Technology Association to explore the diverse features of TinkerCAD. Joining her was Sonya Horton from CREATE Education, a key Autodesk Learning Partner and Blueprint 1000 member. The session aimed to showcase TinkerCAD's capabilities in 3D design, electronics, coding, and its application in education. TinkerCAD Overview TinkerCAD offers a user-friendly workplane for 3D modelling, allowing users to create intricate designs through drag-and-drop functionality. With the...

In conversation with Maria Dunbar (Leith's Education)

Director of Education at Leith's Education, Maria Dunbar (Leith's Education), In this episode, we turn to Food and Nutrition in the school curriculum and look at the challenges facing this aspect of National Curriculum education. Over the last few weeks, I have been fortunate to be introduced to Leith's Education and walked through their curriculum resources from KS1 to Post 16 (and extracurricular). These come at a cost (see below), but having seen them, I believe these are resources that every school should at least consider. See leiths.com🎧 Listen hereWe also...

3-D Printing Will Change the World. How will it change D&T?

3-D Printing Will Change the World. How will it change D&T?, Updated Wednesday 26/11/2014 This 3D-printed art looks amazing NASA creates history by successfully 3D printing first object in space Updated Wednesday 31/10/2014 HP joins the world of 3D printing. Updated Wednesday 21/05/2014 3D-printed braille phone to help blind people stay in touch. Updated Thursday 15/05/2014 Scientists use 3D-printing to show the power of a shark skin. ...

In Conversation with Will Butler Adams

Chief Executive Officer at Brompton Bicycle Ltd, Will Butler Adams, If you are intrigued by the art of leadership, especially how to lead an organisation through a period of profound change successfully, then you will love this podcast. Part one: Listen here. Part two: Listen here. If you are fascinated by the sheer art and skill required to manufacture anything that is high in quality and is designed and built to last, then you will love this podcast.If you find yourself conflicted between a societal...

Clive Grinyer

Clive Grinyer, Professor Clive Grinyer is an experienced design leader who has set up and led influential product, digital and service design teams in several international companies. He started his career with innovation consultancy IDEO in the US and was co-founder of the design consultancy Tangerine along with future Apple design chief Sir Jony Ive. He went on to lead design teams at Orange, Cisco, and Barclays Bank. Clive was Director of Design and Innovation for the UK...

D&T Bursary Raised for 2024

D&T Bursary Raised for 2024, Many will have seen the extensive lobbying work which has been undertaken at the Association in response to the Education Policy Institute (EPI) Paper ‘A spotlight on D&T education in England’. This paper collected secondary research and presented a dire picture of the subject’s current position nationally. The Vision Paper, entitled ‘Reimagining D&T,’ was drawn up in response after a series of face-to-face and online teacher consultations across the UK. Teacher feedback helped to outline key proposals,...

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