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DT Conference hits the spot!
Tue, 22 July 2008 - D&T issues
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RoboFesta – UK Workshop
Wed, 2 April 2008 - D&T issues
Embedding Robotics in the Curriculum
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Cooking, food technology and nanotechnology – an unholy ménage à trios?
Mon, 31 March 2008 - D&T issues
Is the future of the food industry about to change? Will nanotechnology change what we eat? Will it be safe? Where will young people learn about it?
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Diplomas: too complicated by half?
Fri, 21 March 2008 - General issues
Mike Baker, writing in The Education Guardian, discusses the government's 14-19 education reforms. As he argues, introducing the new system of Diplomas in four or more phases presents considerable political and practical obstacles. Can such a complex system be made to work? Will the new qualifications involve high quality content and better experiences for learners?
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Teaching evolution
Wed, 5 March 2008 - Science issues
Evolution by natural selection is fundamental to biology. It provides vital insights into major concerns such as agriculture and human health, and can lead to practical solutions. It also explains human origins and connects us with other forms of life on earth. All young people, as part of their preparation for modern life, should learn about these ideas at school.
Given its importance, how then should we introduce evolution by natural selection? What is most likely to engage interest and develop understanding?
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ITEA members show interest in new book from England
Wed, 5 March 2008 - D&T issues
Design and Technology For the Next Generation is a new book written written to help bring the teaching and educational research communities for design & technology closer together. Each of the authors is an acknowledged international expert with many years’ experience in a relevant field of study. The result is a collection of writing that will serve as the basis for considerable professional development.
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International Luncheon presentation gives food for thought
Wed, 5 March 2008 - D&T issues
The International Luncheon presentation at the annual ITEA conference is a must attend event and this year it featured Stephen Petrina from the University of British Columbia describing his latest research project.
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A visit to Queen's University
Wed, 5 March 2008 - D&T issues
Visit to Queen’s University, Kingston Ontario stimulates curriculum thinking
A recent visit to the Education Faculty at Queen’s University gave David Barlex much to think about.
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Education aims and values
Sat, 1 March 2008 - General issues
www.nuffield14-19review.org.uk
During the last few decades, education policy in England has increasingly emphasised economic competitiveness and the need for a skilled workforce. At the same time, it generally fails to address the diverse nature of English society. Schools have been driven by a target-setting agenda that focuses narrowly on measurable outcomes.
So pervasive is this new outlook that we are in danger of losing sight of broader education aims and values, and the ethical issues that come with them. Whom and what is education for?
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The STEM Programme – in danger of perpetuating isolation?
Fri, 1 February 2008 - General issues
The STEM advisory Forum meeting at the DCSF on 24th January gave those interested in STEM (Science – Technology – Engineering – Mathematics) education the chance to hear about the developments in this increasingly important area.
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