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A campaign was launched this morning to retain design and technology as a National Curriculum subject. The campaign was launched at an event at the House of Commons and is backed by leaders from the world of design, manufacturing and engineering - including our own NAAIDT Patron, Sir James Dyson - see http://www.believeindandt.org/general/testimonials.html.

As WE all know, design and technology provides children with uniquely creative, practical and technological learning experiences. It is also widely acknowledged that in order to ensure economic growth and future national prosperity Great Britain must encourage manufacturing and engineering industries. To sustain this, more children and young people must be encouraged to consider a career in these industries. Design and technology is the key subject in the curriculum to provide an insight and an experience of them. ?

If YOU believe design and technology is worth supporting please support the D&TA campaign by following the link below:

http://www.believeindandt.org/

. . . and get involved - see http://www.believeindandt.org/general/get-involved.html

It is important that the government is able to appreciate the strength of opinion that supports the retention of design and technology in the curriculum. Please encourage colleagues, friends, parents, governors, politicians, industry contacts and other interested parties to sign up to the campaign.

NAAIDT Annual Conference 2011 : Conference Report and Programme

Meeting technological challenges?

Design and technology in schools 2000-10

The most recent D&T Ofsted report has been published and is available to view on the Ofsted website www.ofsted.gov.uk or can be downloaded using the link below.

NAAIDT has prepared a response/press release. Members thoughts and comments would be appreciated.

Proposed Revision of the National Curriculum - Call for Evidence Phase 1

The consultation process on the proposed revisions to the National Curriculum in England has now started. NAAIDT plans to produce its collective response, and in this regard we are looking to you, the members, for your thoughts and opinions.

Attached for information are downloads of the relevant sections of the consultation papers.

You will need to follow the links in Bernard's letter and register to make your own response, but the attachments can be used to contribute to the NAAIDT collective response

NAAIDT Membership Survey (members only)

Ofsted generic grade descriptors and supplementary subject-specific guidance

Vocational Qualifications

D&T Essentials

A series of three presentations highlighting essential information for:

• Primary
• Key Stage 3 and GCSE
• 14-19

These can be used for information or with teachers in schools.

National Strategies for Design and Technology

Links to resources supporting the development of the national curriculum for design and technology.

NAAIDT Publications News

CADCAM: A guide for secondary schools

CAD it! CAM it!

NAAIDT Corporate Members