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Share Your Innovative Timetabling Approaches for D&T, We are currently supporting the DfE with exploring alternative approaches to timetabling Design and Technology that move away from the traditional ‘carousel’ system. The ‘carousel’ system of students moving around materials areas in D&T has been used for a number of years in many schools and we are looking to collate examples of alternative approaches at Key Stage 3, whilst maintaining safe, reduced class sizes and experiencing the full national curriculum across the Key Stage. We would love to hear from schools about how you’ve tackled these challenges....
Paid Opportunity for Secondary Art & DT Teachers – Help Develop a V&A Workshop, The V&A is looking for passionate secondary school Art & Design and D&T teachers to help create an exciting new outreach workshop inspired by its stunning South Asia Collection. This is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with museum professionals, influence a brand-new classroom session, and get paid for valuable insights. Teachers are the experts when it comes to engaging students, and the V&A is keen to hear directly from them. This consultation will help shape a workshop that celebrates South Asian...
Celebrating future talent at Graduate Fashion Week, We had the pleasure of attending Graduate Fashion Week in London last week – a brilliant celebration of emerging talent, full of creativity, innovation and purpose. A showcase of creativity and purpose Across the shows and exhibitions, it was clear just how thoughtfully students are engaging with the world around them. From sustainable materials and experimental textiles to tech-integrated fashion and bold social commentary, their work showed imagination, skill and a real sense of direction. Designing for impact One standout moment was discovering...
Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, Visionary Architect of the Eden Project, Dies Aged 85, Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, one of Britain’s most influential architects and the creative mind behind Cornwall’s world-famous Eden Project, has died at the age of 85. The announcement was made on Monday afternoon. Champion of design and innovation Knighted in 2002 for services to architecture, Sir Nicholas was widely recognised for his bold use of glass, steel and structure. His portfolio includes the award-winning International Terminal at Waterloo Station in London, which received the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Building of the...
Jamie Oliver’s Ministry of Food Schools programme bringing practical food education to life, Jamie Oliver’s Ministry of Food Schools programme is helping teachers inspire students with essential cooking skills and healthy eating habits. At its heart is 10 Cooking Skills for Life, a free, curriculum-linked set of resources designed to teach Key Stage 3 students the fundamental skills they need to cook confidently and independently. Jamie believes that learning to cook is just as important as reading or writing, and this programme brings that vision straight into the classroom. By signing up, teachers get access to:...
Tomorrow is theirs to build - Samsung Solve for Tomorrow invites students to innovate, Design and technology teachers across the UK and Ireland have a new opportunity to inspire the next generation of innovators. Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is a free, curriculum-linked programme and national competition for 11 – 18 year-olds in secondary schools and colleges, designed to equip students with essential skills while tackling real-world problems. Inspire creativity and problem-solving in your classroom Through ready-to-use teaching resources, teachers can support students in developing creative thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Students...
Strengthening the Visibility and Credibility of D&T Research, We are delighted to announce that Design and Technology Education: An International Journal (DTEIJ) has been accepted for indexing in Scopus, a major milestone that significantly enhances the visibility, credibility and reach of research in D&T education. For teachers and practitioners in D&T, this is especially important. Scopus indexing means that the work emerging from our field - classroom innovation, pedagogical insights, curriculum development, and research into design thinking and technology education, - will gain greater international recognition and contribute more powerfully...
SketchUp for Schools, Exploring 3D Design in the D&T Classroom D&T teachers recently joined our webinar to explore how SketchUp for Schools can be used to support 3D design and modelling in the classroom. Led by members of the SketchUp education team, the webinar provided an overview of how the platform has been developed specifically for classroom use. Teachers were shown how SketchUp for Schools integrates with Google and Microsoft education platforms, allowing both staff and students to access the software using existing school accounts and devices. The session focused on...
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 shapes library and advanced tools like CodeBlocks, users can...
Examiner Recruitment, Exam boards, operating under the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), are actively seeking examiners to join their teams of experts for the upcoming summer exams. This call for applications is open to both established teachers and those earlier in their teaching careers, with no requirement to have previously taught a board's specification. Applications are particularly welcomed in Design & Technology. If you would like more information this opportunity please visit the JCQ's "Become an Examiner" webpage for further information about the role of examiners and the application process. Click here for...
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