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Empowering Secondary Teachers in Design and Technology, This month, we hosted a three-day training course at our headquarters in Banbury, aimed at equipping secondary teachers with the necessary tools to deliver an engaging and comprehensive Design and Technology (D&T) curriculum. The event drew educators from various schools to enhance their grasp of D&T and refine their teaching methods. Over the course of three intensive days, participants engaged in a series of enriching discussions, workshops, and hands-on experiences, led by our experienced Curriculum Consultant, Lol Conway. Lol explains, “The 3 Day Intensive Course is the perfect course...
Design and Technology Association Hosts Webinar by Blueprint 1000 Member Autodesk, The Design and Technology Association hosted an educational webinar delivered by our Blueprint 1000 member, Autodesk. The event focused on unveiling the potential of Fusion 360, Autodesk's cutting-edge design and engineering software, and its transformative impact on educational settings. This exclusive webinar brought together educators, from high schools to universities to explore the dynamic capabilities of Fusion 360. Fusion 360 The session kicked off with an insightful overview of Fusion 360's comprehensive features, delivered by Autodesk's expert presenter Oliver Briggs. Oliver delved into...
Skills for Industry launches with Severn Trent, On Tuesday 28th March 2017, nine apprentices from Severn Trent Water, together with The Design and Technology Association, launched a Skills for Industry programme, supporting five local secondary schools in the Coventry area. Over one hundred, year 8 pupils, at The Westwood Academy, Sidney Stringer Academy, Cardinal Wiseman School, Finham Park School and Ernesford Grange Community Academy will take part in a Skills for Industry Programme designed to bring employment skills into their classrooms. Through the Skills for Industry programme, teachers and pupils get a real opportunity to meet with industry...
Primary Engineer Competition, Are you looking for an exciting way to introduce the world of engineering to your students? The "If You Were an Engineer, What Would You Do?" competition, organised by Primary Engineer, offers an engaging and immersive STEM program that encourages students to envision themselves as engineers and tackle real-world problems. This flagship competition invites pupils of all ages, from primary to secondary schools, to unleash their creativity, problem-solving skills, and writing abilities. By interviewing engineering professionals and creating annotated illustrations of their innovative solutions, students embark on a journey of discovery and learning. Essence...
Skills for Industry launches in Warwickshire, On Tuesday 4th April 2017, representatives from Underground Professional Services Limited (UnPS), together with The Design and Technology Association, launched a Skills for Industry programme, supporting five local secondary schools in the Rugby area. Over one hundred, year 7 and 8 pupils, at Harris C of E Academy, Kineton High School, Southam College, Avon Valley and Rugby Free Secondary School will take part in a Skills for Industry Programme designed to bring employment skills into their classrooms. Through the Skills for Industry programme, teachers and pupils get a real opportunity to meet...
EEF National Apprenticeship Week 2018 - Essential Facts and Figures, National Apprenticeship Week takes place this week (5th – 9th March) with a focus on how apprenticeships work for employers, individuals, the community and the economy. On top of this, it’s also the Year of Engineering. EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, has provided 10 key facts about manufacturing and engineering apprenticeships and why they are so important for the sector. 72% of manufacturers say raising awareness of apprenticeships will get more young people into engineering[1] 79% of manufacturers were committed to recruiting engineering apprentices in...
Teacher Industry Placements available now across the Country, Would you like the opportunity to work with a UK-based design, manufacturing, engineering or construction business? Five Industry placements have just come available in the Midlands and the Skipton area. Please contact Lata Patel lata.patel@data.org.uk for further information. Places will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. for half term: 17-21 February 2020 Coventry The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) MTC provide integrated manufacturing system solutions across diverse sectors such as automotive, aerospace, rail, food & drink construction Nuneaton JJ Churchill Ltd...
School-Centred Initial Teacher Training Programme, We are delighted to be offering a Design and Technology focused School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme which kicks off on the 5th of September, 2022 and concludes on the 3rd of July, 2023 for The Pioneers Partnership. Trainees at The Pioneers Partnership gain QTS on completion of the one-year school-centred programme.. Despite the focus being on secondary education, trainees will be looking at primary and post-16 education to give them a holistic view of the D&T landscape. There will be an in-depth breakdown of the subject within the National...
London South Bank University (LSBU) Open Evening , The recent LSBU Open Evening brought together teachers in D&T and included key figures from the sector including our CEO Tony Ryan and active participation from the Design & Technology Association team. The evening provided a first-hand look at LSBU's design and technology courses, including BSc (Hons) Engineering Product Design, BSc (Hons) Product Design, and BSc (Hons) Product Design & Developer Engineer Apprenticeship programs. These courses focus on practical skills and knowledge in their respective fields. Attendees explored LSBU's design, technology, and engineering facilities through a facility tour,...
DOING IT FOR THE GIRLS!, Female School Students Set To Take Global Robotics Stage By Storm Today is all about Girl Power and on International Women’s Day (8th March 2018), one all-girls school in London is celebrating their achievements in STEM learning as students prepare to embark on a journey to be crowned VEX Robotics World Champions. Hampstead based Henrietta Barnett School for Girls has its own robotics club which has been solely credited for increasing the uptake of pupils enrolling on Design &Technology courses at both GCSE and A-Level at the school. The GCSE course alone...
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