This resource contains interactive tasks for Ks3 students the contents of this resource includes. video worksheets powerpoint presentation The resource can be used to introduce students to the hazards that may arise within a workshop and rules they must follow.

A series of design movement worksheets I have created for use in my lessons. I use these alongside the NCFE Level 1/2 in Graphic Design, however they would work well in KS3 and GCSE curriculum, perhaps as a homework task. Would suit Art & Design, Graphic Design and Design Technology subject areas. Have also uploaded some more Art based worksheets of the same style.

Introduction to smart materials when you just don’t have enough time or resources to give everyone a smart material to experiment with. Good revision lesson too. Includes: Video link introduction Key Vocubulary Smart Material animations Mini Review Scaffolding Tasks Example GCSE Questions Exit Card.

Do you want a great display with no effort?! 30 x colourful A4 posters (portrait) Download, click, print (maybe laminate) - voila! Inspire your students Impress SLT (tell them you made them!) Helps put a tick in the CIAG box High quality images no logos of mine or annoying footers You get 2 downloads - the original Power Point file and a pdf, so you can edit if you want or just print 30 careers covered are: aerospace engineer, architect, bricklayer, carpenter/joiner, CAD technician, chef, civil engineer, costume designer, domestic appliance engineer, electrical engineer, electrician, fashion designer, food scientist, graphic designer, landscape architect, mechanical engineer, model maker, motor mechanic, plasterer, plumber, product designer, quantity surveyor, roofer, set designer, signwriter, tiler, town planner, video game designer, water engineer, welder

A stand alone lesson which is perfect for any KS3 or higher KS2 or lower KS4 Cover Lesson or the start of a new project. Based on the designer Alessi and designing new products for market, I based this one on unusual inspirations, but you can easily change the wording so that it mentions your own made up objects too. All you need to do is print one sheet per student (or 1 between 2) and the only other resources needed are plain paper and pencils/crayons whatever you would like them to draw with! My 2nd ever upload so I am hoping this is helpful to someone!

This resource can be used to ease marking of NEA for Design and Technology. The specific language is taken directly from the AQA mark scheme, but it has been put in chart form with areas identified, so that different mark bands can be easily seen for each section of the NEA. This is a new resource this year for my department, this type of format has helped a lot in Food for several years. It can also be shared with students so they can see how to progress to higher marks using simplified terms. Simply tick the box that you think the students work fits into for that section and the use that information to make your judgement about each section, information can then be transfered easily to the AQA official paperwork.

A KS3 project (year 8 or 9). A project written for an environment without powerpoints and interactive boards. It hangs on the initial two lessons researching into pop up mechanisms and then pop out mechanisms. Students practically manufacture a range of them, but also record and analyse the mechanisms in a work booklet. The remaining weeks focus on concept designs, then developments and a final working card. Included are all the resources (templates & handouts) along with lots of exemplars from previous students.

Do you want a great display with no effort?! 20 x colourful A4 posters (portrait) Download, click, print (maybe laminate) - voila! Inspire your students Impress SLT (tell them you made them!) Helps put a tick in the CIAG box High quality images No logos of mine or annoying footers You get 2 downloads - the original Power Point file and a pdf, so you can edit if you want or just print 20 celebrities who studied Engineering, Architecture, Fine Art, Graphic Design - hopefully conveying the clear message that a GCSE, A level or degree in a Creative Subject like ours is incredibly useful and has valuable transferable skills

A pic ‘n’ mix revision booklet for Design and Technology GCSE. 15 pages with 50 video explanations, 28 exam questions and over 50 revision tasks. To be used independently, during tutor time, supporting class revision for students and parent/carers. If a student only completes the definitions and watches the videos they should get a 4/5 grade in the exam. I created it for students who are disengaged with revision. For each topic there is:- video explanations definitions of key terms question exam questions further revision tasks The sections link to the AQA specification, however it is fully editable so you can adapt to fit other exam boards. It covers: Core technical principles Specialist technical principles - timber (although most are generic links/questions so can be adapted to other materials) Design and making principles Feedback welcome.

This NEA was awarded full marks. It can be used as an aid by students as a kind of template to see what they need to include. It was completed in 2023 so the NEA topic was ‘A souvenir from a place of interest’, however the content covered is applicable for any topic. Slide titles: front cover task analysis mood board primary research and client interview secondary research and product analyses looking at where the product will be stored design specification, design brief, summary initial designs developed designs prototyping, modelling and testing material analysis other preparation final design (exploded isometric sketch) manufacturing specification use of CAD and CAM making in the workshop evaluation

This is a one of design cover lesson (could be two lessons depending on the length) that includes following the design process and create a 3D model at the end. This should take two lessons if correctly paced. Two worksheets and Design Net template - Powerpoint, PDF and JPEG It is recommended to print the worksheets in A3 to ensure students have enough space to fully explore and demonstrate their design ideas.

This is a printable guide booklet to give to children which guides them through all sections of the NEA. Each page gives a doodle of what their sketchbook or PowerPoint slide should look like, along with guidance as to what to include in order to meet the mark scheme needs. The booklet is tried and tested, and I have used this format for many years with great success. This booklet is written specifically for AQA GCSE D&T (latest spec). Included is a fully editable version (made in PowerPoint), which you could easily modify to OCR etc. too if you so wished. I have also included a printable booklet of the mark scheme for students and teachers (just a cut down version of the specification), which I find handy for marking, and also a deadline poster for display in the department. This guide will work with any contextual challenge.

This Design Technology booklet consists of a range of tasks and covers skills that students will learn at KS3. It includes: Wordsearch Ergonomics Comprehension Identifying Ergonomics Tasks Graphic Design - App Design Textiles - Trainer Design Health and safety drawing task Tools and equipment in Product Design. This booklet can be used as cover work for multiple lessons, used as a homework booklet or simply used in lesson to help extend the learning of pupils.

Bring some festive creativity to your classroom with this 4-lesson Design and Technology unit focused on creating Christmas cards with moving parts. Perfect for Key Stage 2, these lessons are designed to engage pupils in researching, designing, making, and evaluating their own moving Christmas card designs. Ideal for the last week of term or spread across the Autumn term. What’s Included: ✔ 4 detailed lesson plans ✔ 4 PowerPoint presentations (one for each lesson) ✔ 4 Research worksheets ✔ 48 PowerPoint slides in total Lesson Overview / Structure: ★ Lesson 1 & 2 – Pupils will conduct research and develop design criteria to inform their Christmas card designs. They will generate, develop, and communicate ideas through discussion and annotated sketches. ★ Lesson 3 – Pupils will select and use a range of tools and materials, including construction materials, to accurately create their cards. ★ Lesson 4 – Pupils will analyse existing products, evaluate their own designs against the design criteria, and consider feedback from others to improve their work. Why It’s Useful: ✔ Supports the National Curriculum for Design and Technology at KS2 ✔ Encourages creativity through designing and making functional products with moving parts ✔ Helps pupils develop practical skills in using a range of tools and materials ✔ Ideal for festive, end-of-term activities ✔ Differentiated for both Lower and Upper Key Stage 2 Suggested Use Cases: Perfect for KS2 Design and Technology lessons, Christmas-themed activities, and end-of-term projects. Suitable for Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, and Year 6 pupils. Search Tags: KS2 design technology | Christmas card design | Moving parts Christmas card | Design and technology lesson | Christmas D&T | Year 5 D&T | Year 6 D&T | KS2 festive activities | End of term projects | Winter design D&T Unit

A short project for Christmas time. 16 slides that incorporate plans for the project, printable patterns, worksheets, quizzes and filler activities. Fully adaptable. Project lends itself to being sized up or down.

This is a selection of images and objects for students to work out what objects are and to think outside the box. I use these as little starters to get students to think visually as soon as they come in the room. There is also images of everyday objects for students to think of other uses forcing them to be creative and inventive.

2024 GCSE Design and Technology Checklist (Edexcel Pearson Focused) This checklist is designed specifically for students following the Edexcel Pearson GCSE Design and Technology course in 2024. It covers key areas required for Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) and the written exam, helping students stay organised and on track for success. Perfect for students aiming to excel in their coursework and exam preparation. Follow @the.dt.tutor on Instagram for updates on tips, resources, and more!

A glossary of key terms used in Design & Technology. Each term is defined using only 5 words. This can be used as a starting point to expand the definition with examples.

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