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Opportunities for developing D&T in the EYFS framework 2021

Opportunities for developing D&T in the EYFS framework 2021, This document aims to highlight opportunities to elements of design and technology (D&T) learning into the Early Years Foundation Stage. Advice around effective D&T practice has been produced to align with the non-statutory guidance from ‘Development Matters’ (2000) and the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage (2021) produced by the DfE. There are opportunities for D&T engagement across all seven areas of learning and the effective D&T practice should not be seen as...

STEM into Action - Kaleidoscope

STEM into Action - Kaleidoscope, KaleidoscopeSTEM into Action with D&TAges 11-14First published 2016The kaleidoscope is an optical gadget that produces extraordinary reflective patterns in a tube containing mirrors. This resource contains a PowerPoint presentation and Word document that cover how kaleidoscopes can be made and used to help students understand the underlying science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) needed to engage fully with the design context.The resource covers how reflection, viewpoints, scale and the geometry of mirrors affects how light is perceived in the context...

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...

Units not projects - A learning-first approach to D&T (1)

Units not projects - A learning-first approach to D&T, This 'Units not projects' course is aimed at teachers and subject leaders of design & technology to implement an effective curriculum structure that focuses on the learning needs of the students. This learning led approach can be carefully structured through strategically designed units of work rather than squeezing subject theory around a design and make project.The structure of this course has been planned with reflective and thought-provoking questions. We do advise that you complete this course at your own pace...

Speaking and listening through D&T projects Virtual Client Interview 3 Library

Speaking and listening through D&T projects Virtual Client Interview 3 Library, Speaking and listening through D&T projects Virtual Client Interview 3 LibraryAges 11-14 YearsFirst published 2014 This programme, supported by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation, aims to improve the speaking and listening skills of Key Stage 3 students through delivery of a D&T project. For full details of the project go to the Improving speaking and listening skills through D&T projects page. Many schools find difficulty getting people from the community to come into...

Speaking and listening through D&T projects Virtual Client Interview 1 Donkey Sanctuary

Speaking and listening through D&T projects Virtual Client Interview 1 Donkey Sanctuary, Speaking and listening through D&T projects Virtual Client Interview 1 Donkey SanctuaryAges 11-14 YearsFirst published 2014 This programme, supported by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation, aims to improve the speaking and listening skills of Key Stage 3 students through delivery of a D&T project. For full details of the project go to the Improving speaking and listening skills through D&T projects page. Many schools find difficulty getting people from the community to...

Mamas & Papas 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. Collaborate - this Focused Task explores collaboration exercises using traditional methods (Post-its / white boards) and also digital online programs (Miro). Choke Tester Tube – get students to produce a CAD drawing of a child’s choke tester tube from a working drawing, or follow step by step on your 3D...

The Excellence Award for Outstanding Contribution to Research in D&T Education

This will be awarded to educational professionals demonstrating a strong and ongoing contribution to design and technology education research. They may have spent their whole career within academia, or they may be teachers who have studied and spent time researching various aspects of the subject, conducting active research within their school. The candidates may have published papers or books widely used by teachers, stakeholders, government, or other professional bodies. These professionals should demonstrate an extended period of notable academic research. Evidence could include: • Examples...

Online Zoom Course -Secondary Core Level Health & Safety (SCHS) Initial Training Course (PA)

Online Zoom Course -Secondary Core Level Health & Safety (SCHS) Initial Training Course (PA), The course will familiarise you with the D&T Association CORE Level Training Standards covering risk assessment and enable you to complete an individual D&T H&S portfolio for accreditation through completion of 10 areas. The course is suitable for both teachers and technicians, working in all material areas of the subject. The course will extend and update your knowledge and understanding of health and safety and will have a range of activities...

A to Z of D&T download version

A to Z of D&T download version, A to Z of D&T The A to Z of Design and Technology is a pictorial dictionary of D&T terminology presented as PowerPoint presentations which may also be printed as classroom display cards. The resource consists of clear images of related items, each with a picture, title and definition, covering different focus areas of workshop applications, textiles and food. It includes tools and materials in each of these settings and is aimed at Key Stage 1...

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