This MESHGuide provides examples from countries around the world- the Global South and the Global North. There are significant differences between countries. Not all countries include the subject in the primary curriculum. In some countries, in secondary education, Design and Technology is a vocational subject in others it is part of general education. Some countries focus on materials, others take a systems approach e.g. learners will look at energy systems or water systems.
The Guide for the most part describes existing practices. Research is needed into the impact of particular types of curricula and pedagogical approaches. Impact case studies are invited to show the outcomes of particular approaches to the subject.
'Fostering creativity in design and technology at Key Stage 3 (11-14 years).
Marion Rutland
This Guide focuses on research into the professional practices of secondary D&T teachers in fostering pupils' creativity in design and technology (D&T) at Key Stage 3. It is based on the research and findings for a PhD thesis (Rutland, 2005). The key research question was:
‘To what extent can teachers foster creativity in design and technology classrooms?’
Scott Bartholomew and Alison Hardy
Technology education in the United States encompasses a broad field that aims to develop students' technological literacy and capabilities. Some key points about technology education in the USA:
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