Introduction to ACCESS FM getting pupils to analyse a product Lesson contains Starter Hook Mini Review Class Discussion Independent Task Exit Card

A lesson I gave to highlight the work of Airbus Covers the requirements of the WJEC Design and Technology specification 2017. Also could be used to talk about material properties and uses. Standard lesson Starter Lesson objectives Video link Mini Review Narrative slides about the Airbus A380 scaffolding for final activity Think Pair share (material properties and uses) Final task: Create an infographic on the Airbus Exit card

I needed a cover Design and Technology lesson that was going to be taught by a Maths teacher so I created this. Hope its useful to someone else as well.

Past paper with model answers to demonstrate to students how to access the 1, 2, 4 and 6 mark questions

Here is a scheme of learning for a Design and Technology unit that aligns with the principles of the Curriculum for Wales. This Scheme of Learning (SOL) has been carefully crafted to be accessible for delivery by a non-specialist teacher in a general-purpose classroom over the course of a term. It provides a clear outline of the learning objectives, detailing the rationale behind the selected activities. Additionally, the scheme integrates essential skills, encourages critical thinking, and addresses common misconceptions. It includes prerequisite knowledge, comprehensive assessment rubrics, lesson overviews, and a curated list of key vocabulary to support both teaching and learning throughout the unit.

2 sided A3 revision sheet for look cover test and producing flash cards to cover the requirements of the WJEC specification for core knowledge and understanding.

Example assignment for unit 3 Btec Engineering: Health and safety in engineering Includes all the covering sheets and feedback along with a completed example assignment. Assignments have been praised by external verification as good examples with the correct feedback and paper work carried out.

A lesson I gave on looking at the work of other designers focusing on Shigeru Miyamoto Standard lesson Starter Video link Scaffolding narrative about Shigeru Miyamoto Mini Review Task: Design an 8/16 bit pixel character Extension task: design a pixel level Pupils really engaged with this lesson and enjoyed the design activity

Cover lesson task or Homework News article on Bionics with arguments for and against Key Definitions task Comprehension questions 60 word summary create an argument for and against.

A revision sheet that can be easily followed by a student to do look/cover/test or make flash cards. Describes what they might be asked in an exam to familiarise themselves with questioning. Extension task. get the pupils to create GCSE style questions from the examples given.

Design and make task Designing cupcakes (Not healthy eating but a good one for designing and thinking about adding fruit and making things healthier) Pupils really engage with this activity. Fun starter Lesson objectives - focusing on the design outcome Peer assessment of modeled outcomes Specification Main task Exit card Nutritional Resources

Pupils sometimes struggle to describe a materials properties and characteristic and justify why different materials are used for different products based on their attributes. This lesson introduces pupils to new vocabulary and deepens their thinking by offereing real situations. A mixture of activities from Think pair share Direct questioning independent learning Taboo Summary Mini reviews This covers the specification requirements for the WJEC understanding the properties of hardwoods, tropical woods and softwoods.

Video 8 Mark Question Explanation of advantages and disadvantages using; identify, justify and explain. Exit Card Practice task

Linked to my KS3 food topics - Smoothie design Pupils are producing smoothie in order to explain healthy eating and nutrition. Part of there assessment is to plan and sequence how they make products. This lessons helps them to investigate and plan a recipe card.

Btec Engineering Learning Aim B Telematics A powerpoint presentation that includes a starter, introduction, main activity, video links, task and plenary for this learning aim

Introduction to extrusion for the lesson after introduction to injection molding. Starter Lesson objectives Video link Animated process Advantages and disadvantages Task Mini Review Exit ticket

Video tasks explanation and extension question for MAT pupils introducing the concept of injection molding

Had to do a quick revision lesson for the btec engineering unit 1 exam focusing on the 8 mark questions; blended wing bodies and automated manufacturing. The slides outline what is needed to answer the questions and how to access the higher marks. Pre completed Revision cards for Lean Manufacturing Powdered metallurgy Blank revision cads for pupils to complete Feel free to adapt Stater answers Blended wing bodies = Less Drag, More lift, quieter, more fuel efficient, harder to control, less safe (with regards to being able to evacuate) Hope it helps! Please leave feedback.

Btec Engineering Learning Aim A Scales of Production A power point presentation with starter activity, notes, video links, tasks and plenary that cover this learning aim

Btec Engineering Learning Aim A Milling A power point presentation with starter activity, notes, video links, tasks and plenary that cover this learning aim