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Dinosuit FTs and IEAs

Member only Tasks and Activities, Focused Tasks FTs are where students are taught specific technical knowledge, designing skills and making skills. This may be a quick whole-class-making activity, learning a new CAD programme, exploring polymers, or much more. Slot together kits - in this Focused Task, we will look at creating a simple slot-together dinosaur using initial card modelling and Computer Aided Design/Manufacture. CAD - this Focused Task runs through the design of an advertising Point of Sale stand using CAD (SketchUp demonstrated, others could be used). ...

Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, Visionary Architect of the Eden Project, Dies Aged 85

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 Year Award...

UK Space Agency Resources

UK Space Agency Resources, Inspiring the next generation: design and technology in spaceThe space industry provides young people with an inspiring context for developing skills and for thinking about future roles and careers. This set of resources offers schools information and activities to inspire young people aged 11-16 and to understand the roles and impact of the space industry, increasing their awareness of and interest in the sector. The resources are structured around Satellite Launch Systems and the James Webb Space Telescope, and include activities and information for pupils at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, drawing...

The Excellence Award for Outstanding Contribution to D&T (Awarded by the D&T Association Board of Trustees)

This is award will be presented and judged by the Design and Technology Association Board of Trustees. It should be noted that this award does not recognise 'length of service' but instead recognises the positive impact made to the subject. Winners could be at any point in their career, but those nominated will have: Made a significant and outstanding contribution to the subject area, which will probably be across several aspects, including teaching, leadership, advising, research, curriculum development, curriculum support, resource development and industrial support Offered their service...

D&T Association Corporate Membership

Corporate Membership, Why become a Corporate Member? Corporate membership offers the opportunity to connect with educators nationally. Our membership has grown exponentially from 8000 members to over 33,000, as teachers are reaching out for our support to deliver inspiring and innovative design and technology in their schools. Join us as a corporate member and get noticed by teachers in D&T and engineering departments actively looking for the services your company can offer. See the full benefits here. Yearly membership only £420 + VAT For further information contact info@designtechnology.org.uk or call 01789...

Showcasing your department virtually

Showcasing your department virtually, How can we make sure that those who make important decisions about what we do understand the quality and range of work we are involved in? Ofsted After securing the best possible examination results each year, the most significant driver impacting on teaching and learning in school is achieving a ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ grade as a result of the Ofsted inspection. How we organise, manage and make provision for subjects in the school is scrutinised under a ‘Section 5’ inspection. Although D&T is not considered, or indeed reported upon...

Emily Hunt’s Placement at Bulletproof

Emily Hunt’s Placement at Bulletproof , For many young budding designers, the world of creative studios can feel like a distant goal, something spoken about in classrooms, but difficult to experience first-hand. For Emily Hunt, a recent sixth form student with a passion for product design, a placement at global brand agency, Bulletproof in London offered a rare and invaluable glimpse into that professional world. From the Classroom to Industry Insight Emily, who will soon begin a Product Design BA at Nottingham Trent University, has always been a creative...

Membership Support

Membership Support, Membership is one of the best forms of CPD that you could wish for. Join us and gain access to support and guidance from our subject experts. We are available to answer your questions, provide you with high quality teacher CPD, subject publications and a wealth of classroom resources: 80% of which are free to our members. You will find a wealth of member benefits and as a member you will have free access to the Primary Curriculum Toolkits. These are available to primary members only. Log in as a member and...

Vacancies: Join the Board of Trustees

Vacancies: Join the Board of Trustees, Two Trustee Positions Available Location: England (meetings held in-person and online) Remuneration: Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed) Time Commitment: Approximately 1 day per month Are you passionate about education, creativity, and innovation? Do you want to help shape the future of design and technology (D&T) in schools across England? The Design & Technology Association, the leading national charity in the UK dedicated to promoting and supporting the teaching of D&T in schools, is seeking two new Trustees to join our Board. ...

Vacancy: Chair of the Board of Trustees

Vacancy: Chair of the Board of Trustees , Location: England (meetings held in-person and online) Remuneration: Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed) Time Commitment: Approximately 1 to 2 days per month Are you passionate about shaping the future of education and inspiring the next generation of designers, engineers, and innovators? The Design & Technology Association, the leading UK charity dedicated to supporting and promoting the teaching of design and technology (D&T) in schools, is seeking a visionary and strategic Chair of the Board of Trustees. This is a unique opportunity to lead a...

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