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Talking D&T is a podcast about design and technology education. Join me, Dr Alison Hardy, as I share news, views, ideas and opinions about D&T. I also talk about D&T with teachers, researchers and academics from the D&T community.
The views on this podcast are my own and of those I am interviewing and are not connected to my institution. Much of the content is work in progress. As well as talking about D&T, I use it to explore new ideas and thoughts related to D&T education and my research, which are still embryonic and may change. Consult my publications for a reliable record of my considered thoughts on the topic featured in this podcast.
Podcast music composed by Chris Corcoran (http://www.svengali.org.uk)
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A short introduction for Series 2 and a catch up about the 4th edition of the book Learning to Teach Design and Technology in Secondary Schools.Mentioned in the episode:Design and Technology Education: An International JournalMentoring Design and Technology Teachers in the Secondary SchoolSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/alisonhardy)
Welcome to the first episode of the first series of the Talking D&T podcast!In this episode I talk about the outline for the 4th edition of the book 'Learning to Teach Design and Technology in the Secondary School'. I also mention:David Layton's seminal work on values and design and technologyTranscript (pdf)More about the Learning to Teach D&T in the Secondary School book:Previously edited by Dr Gwyneth-Owen-Jackson, the 4th edition is due for publication in 2020 and is edited by Dr Alison Hardy. With new and updated chapters, this book will be an essential companion for new and established D&T teachers.Learning to Teach Design and Technology in the Secondary School(3rd edition edited by Dr Gwyneth Owen-Jackson)Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/alisonhardy)
This interview is with Rebecca Topps, who teaches D&T at St George's Academy in Sleaford. Rebecca is writing a new chapter 'Transitions from D&T post-16'.More about Rebecca:Trustee for the Design and Technology AssociationMore about the Learning to Teach D&T in the Secondary School book:This edition is about a chapter in the forthcoming 4th edition of the well-known book Learning to Teach D&T in Secondary School. Previously edited by Dr Gwyneth-Owen-Jackson, the 4th edition is due for publication in 2020 and is edited by Dr Alison Hardy. With new and updated chapters, this book will be an essential companion for new and established D&T teachers.Learning to Teach Design and Technology in the Secondary School (3rd edition edited by Dr Gwyneth Owen-Jackson)Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/alisonhardy)
Dr Marion Rutland is a world leading expert in food technology and D&T education. She led design and technology initial teacher education at the University of Roehampton and is currently editing a book about food education for Springer.More about Dr Marion Rutland:On ResearchGateOn Springer:Food in the School Curriculum: A Discussion of Alternative ApproachesFood technology on the school curriculum in England: Is it a curriculum for the twenty-first century?Perceptions of Primary Design and TechnologyMore about the Learning to Teach D&T in the Secondary School book:This edition is about a chapter in the forthcoming 4th edition of the well-known book Learning to Teach D&T in Secondary School. Previously edited by Dr Gwyneth-Owen-Jackson, the 4th edition is due for publication in 2020 and is edited by Dr Alison Hardy. With new and updated chapters, this book will be an essential companion for new and established D&T teachers.Learning to Teach Design and Technology in the Secondary School (3rd edition edited by Dr Gwyneth Owen-Jackson)Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/alisonhardy)
Dr Deborah Winn is Head of D&T at Neale-Wade Academy in Cambridgeshire. Debi is updating the chapter 'Developing links with other subjects'.More about Debi:PhD Thesis: CAD and creativity at Key Stage 3 : towards a new pedagogyAt Neale-Wade Academy More about the Learning to Teach D&T in the Secondary School book:This edition is about a chapter in the forthcoming 4th edition of the well-known book Learning to Teach D&T in Secondary School. Previously edited by Dr Gwyneth-Owen-Jackson, the 4th edition is due for publication in 2020 and is edited by Dr Alison Hardy. With new and updated chapters, this book will be an essential companion for new and established D&T teachers.Learning to Teach Design and Technology in the Secondary School (3rd edition edited by Dr Gwyneth Owen-Jackson)Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/alisonhardy)
Matt McLain is Head of Secondary Programmes at Liverpool John Moores University. He is writing a 'newish' chapter for the 4th edition of the Learning to Teach D&T book; its an amalgamation of sections from 3 chapters in the 3rd edition, with some additional focus using Matt's research about demonstrations and other signature pedagogies.Transcript (pdf)More about Matt McLain:On ResearchGateOn TwitterAt Liverpool John Moores UniversityMore about the Learning to Teach D&T in the Secondary School book:This edition is about a chapter in the forthcoming 4th edition of the well-known book Learning to Teach D&T in Secondary School. Previously edited by Dr Gwyneth-Owen-Jackson, the 4th edition is due for publication in 2020 and is edited by Dr Alison Hardy. With new and updated chapters, this book will be an essential companion for new and established D&T teachers.Learning to Teach Design and Technology in the Secondary School (3rd edition edited by Dr Gwyneth Owen-Jackson)Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/alisonhardy)
This interview is with Suzanne Norris, who teaches D&T at Arnold Hill School in Nottingham. Suzanne is updating the chapter 'Assessing design and technology'.More about Suzanne:On Twitter Arnold Hill AcademyMore about the Learning to Teach D&T in the Secondary School book:This edition is about a chapter in the forthcoming 4th edition of the well-known book Learning to Teach D&T in Secondary School. Previously edited by Dr Gwyneth-Owen-Jackson, the 4th edition is due for publication in 2020 and is edited by Dr Alison Hardy. With new and updated chapters, this book will be an essential companion for new and established D&T teachers.Learning to Teach Design and Technology in the Secondary School (3rd edition edited by Dr Gwyneth Owen-Jackson)Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/alisonhardy)
Send me a message.In this episode of the Talking D&T podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Nicky Dewar, the Director of Learning and Skills at the Crafts Council. We discussed the importance of craft in design and technology education and the challenges faced by schools in incorporating hands-on making experiences for students.Nicky shared her insights on how the craft element in both art and design and design technology has been slowly eroding over time. She emphasized the signific...
Subscriber-only episodeSend me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I reflect on the conversation published earlier this week with Tony Ryan about the various industry contexts developed by the Design and Technology Association for Key Stage 3 pupils in England. I explore the complexities that teachers face when designing a unit of work, particularly in the realm of design and technology.Drawing from the "Inspired by Industry" work discussed by Tony, I emphasise the importance ...
Send me a message.Early this year I had the pleasure of interviewing Tony Ryan, the Chief Executive of the Design and Technology Association. In this episode, Tony shared exciting updates about the association's initiatives to support and advance design and technology education in the UK.We discussed the "Reimagined" program, which focuses on developing a design-driven, problem-solving approach to the subject at Key Stage 3. The association has created 12 units of work, with plans to release ...
Subscriber-only episodeSend me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I wanted to delve into the topic of collaboration, support, and networks for design and technology teachers. Drawing inspiration from the successful model of the Food Teachers Centre, I discussed the importance of creating spaces where teachers can collaborate and share ideas while maintaining clear standards and boundaries around the subject.I reflected on how the shift from local authorities to multi-academy trusts...
Send me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I sit down with Dave Parry, Design and Technology Advisor at CLEAPSS, to discuss the current state of D&T education in England and explore potential ways to shape its future. Dave shares his insights from visiting numerous schools and highlights some of the main challenges the subject faces, including a shortage of trained staff, difficulties in recruiting and retaining teachers, and limited access to professional development opportuni...
Subscriber-only episodeSend me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I reflect on my thought-provoking conversation with David Spendlove from Tuesday's episode. David's radical ideas about design and technology education, particularly his challenge to move away from unsustainable consumerism and embed critical thinking about values and politics, got me thinking about what this might look like in practice for D&T teachers.I explore how we can reimagine D&T lessons to put values...
Send me a message.In this episode, I interview David Spendlove, a professor at the University of Manchester, about his radical thinking on design and technology education. Spendlove reintroduces his concept of "Design and Technology 2.0," which aims to create a new conceptual space for rethinking the subject without the baggage of its current form.David argues that the current model of D&T education, driven by materialistic outcomes and consumerist ideologies, may be doing more harm...
Subscriber-only episodeSend me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I dive into the aims of the Design and Technology National Curriculum in England. I discuss the four main aims as they are currently written, analyzing what each one entails and how they contribute to the overall purpose of the subject. I explore the first aim, which focuses on developing creative, technical, and practical expertise to participate in a technological world. The second aim is about building a repe...
Send me a message.This week’s episode is part of the Shaping D&T series, running from April to August 2024, where i interview a variety of people and discuss the current state and future of design and technology (D&T) education. This week it’s just me exploring the current national curriculum for D&T in England, which has undergone several iterations, with the current version established in 2013-2014, making it the longest-standing iteration. The curriculum’s development in...
Subscriber-only episodeSend me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I delve into the historical context and the reasons behind my decision to start the "Shaping Design and Technology Education" series. I reflect on the conversations and committees formed to discuss the state and future of D&T education in England, drawing parallels to the development of the national curriculum in 1990 and 2013. I express my concerns about the representation and balance of stakeholders in these co...
Send me a message.In this introductory episode of the second series of my Talking D&T podcast for 2024, I discuss the focus of the upcoming series on shaping design and technology education in England. The series, running from April to August 2024, will feature international speakers sharing their perspectives on the subject in their respective countries.I explain the catalysts behind the series, including the decline in the number of pupils studying GCSE design and technology and proposa...
Subscriber-only episodeSend me a message.In this follow-up episode to my conversation with Phil Jones about Remke's paper on intrinsic motivation, I delve deeper into the concepts of motivation and expectancy, drawing from my doctoral research and my chapter in the "Learning to Teach Design and Technology" book. I explore the distinction between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, emphasising that intrinsic motivation comes from within the pupils, such as the satisfaction of mastering complex...
Send me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I interview Phil Jones, a full-time D&T teacher and subject leader at a school in Merseyside, who is also a part-time doctoral student at Liverpool John Moores University. Phil shares his experience as part of the organizing committee for the PATT (Pupils' Attitude Towards Technology) conference and discusses a paper that grabbed his attention during the event.The paper, authored by Remke Klapwijk from the Netherlands, explores seconda...
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