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Toys

Toys, Toys EYFSFully updated 2014Ages 3-5 years Activities and goals for teaching Early Years Foundation Stage children about Toys, including building a toy collection and developing practical skills. The resource contains a short PowerPoint file looking at joining methods, with examples of a kite, doll and swing; a unit of work including research activities, practical skills and designing and making activities; a vocabulary sheet with important key terms. All the activities are linked to Early Learning Goals in the curriculum.

In Conversation with Jonathan Robin

Industrial Designer, Jonathan Robin, We love this episode with Industrial Designer Jonathan Robin. Jonathan was born in Rio da Janeiro and experienced a truly international upbringing with a French father and American mother. Following a relatively traditional educational experience in Rio, he transitioned to initially study Law before realising this was not for him and switching courses to Industrial Design, in which he graduated three years later. Since graduation, Jonathan has worked in small startups to more prominent design agencies across continents. He has designed everything from street furniture for a new tram system in Rio to...

Response to House of Lords Report – Requires Improvement: Urgent change for 11-16 Education

Response to House of Lords Report – Requires Improvement: Urgent change for 11-16 Education, This enquiry focused on whether the current system effectively equips young people with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours they need to progress to the next phase of their education and to flourish in the future. We believe this was the correct question to ask, and from the responses received to the inquiry, we think it is fair to state the answer is a pretty categoric “no”. To quote the inquiry summary, “The evidence left us in no doubt of the need for...

Transform Your KS3 D&T Curriculum - Full day July

Transform Your KS3 D&T Curriculum - Full day July, Full day, face to face course in London This full-day course is aimed not only at producing an exciting, relevant and realistic KS3 curriculum, but linking it seamlessly to your delivery at KS4 and in turn creating a five-year D&T curriculum for your school. It is intended to help you implement an effective curriculum structure that focuses on the needs and aspirations of the students, creating a learning-first approach to your D&T curriculum. Course objectives: Implement an effective, aspirational and

Rethinking Classrooms

Rethinking Classrooms, A new whitepaper published by TSL (Technology Supplies) sheds light on the urgent need to modernise Design and Technology and STEAM learning spaces across the UK. Titled ‘The Impact of Learning Spaces on Design and Technology Education’, the report highlights widespread dissatisfaction among teachers with their current teaching environments. It also points towards solutions and funding opportunities that could transform the future of technical education. Backed by extensive research and feedback from teachers, technicians, and school leaders, the whitepaper reveals that over one-third of D&T teachers are unhappy with their current spaces. Issues like outdated equipment,...

Autodesk Partners with LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games and Team USA to Redefine Global Sporting Events

Autodesk Partners with LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games and Team USA to Redefine Global Sporting Events, In an exciting move set to transform global sporting events, Autodesk has announced its partnership with the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games and Team USA. This collaboration is set to revolutionise how the Games are designed and delivered, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, smart infrastructure, and utilising existing venues—marking a new era for Olympic and Paralympic host cities. Rather than building new permanent venues, the LA28 Games will rely on Autodesk’s cutting-edge technology to retrofit over 40 venues across Southern...

Training and Events

Training and Events, Why are events important to our members? The D&T Association runs a regular schedule of varied events throughout the academic year. These events can be refresher courses in your chosen field, or can be used as a means to build on your existing knowledge by Continued Professional Development (CPD). Our members and non-member delegates always benefit from the CPD experience gained at events. They’re also a great chance to meet fellow D&T professionals in a non-work environment and discuss new developments, trends, ideas, and compliance issues. They’re also an excellent opportunity to network with like-minded individuals around...

VEX GO Demo Kit Loan Scheme

VEX GO Demo Kit Loan Scheme, Embark on an educational journey with VEX GO, the latest addition to the VEX Robotics lineup. We had a recent training day at the Design & Technology Association's Banbury office, led by experts Paul McKnight and Chris Calver, highlighted the incredible potential of VEX GO in classroom settings. One of the features of VEX GO is a user-friendly coding platform, VEXcode GO. This online tool allows students to program their robots effortlessly, with no login required. Utilising color-coded parts and designated storage, VEXcode GO ensures an organised and seamless learning experience

School and college employers are accountable for health and safety

School and college employers are accountable for health and safety, Ensure staff are up-to-date with health and safety training. The D&T Association Health & Safety Training and Accreditation Scheme has trained over 30,000 teachers, technicians and trainees since 2007 and provides a high quality, cost-effective service through our network of Registered Health and Safety Consultants. We aim to ensure that staff in your department are trained and accredited to current British Standard, BS4163:2021*. School and college employers are accountable for health and safety All appropriate staff must receive timely and adequate training....

Gears and Pulleys

Gears and Pulleys, Ages 7-11 yearsFirst published 2012; fully updated 2019 A set of two PowerPoint presentations and teacher guidance to help develop children’s understanding of how to use gears and pulleys at upper Key Stage 2; the resource might also be useful for some younger children. The PowerPoints introduce technical vocabulary and explain all the key principles involved including outlining the equipment needed for related focused practical tasks. The slides can be printed out and used to support the classroom display and the resource can also be used as a starting point for a...

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