D&T

Research about D&T

Alison Hardy

Design and Technology (D&T) teachers looking to engage with current research in their field have several excellent resources available. This guide highlights four key journals that publish D&T education research, as well as tips for accessing and reading research articles.

Why Engage with D&T Education Research?

Reading current research can:

Online Communities

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Networks

Archer Exchange Network: hosted via Mighty networks, connecting D&T teachers in England and beyond.

Jamble D&T – a private group, that is “a place to meet other D&T teachers, find out about jobs, organise courses, set up small networks, collaborate on project ideas and generally share our passion”.

Subject Associations

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Areas for Further Research

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Knowledge and Learning

How different types of knowledge develop and integrate in D&T

  • How do conceptual and procedural knowledge build over time?
  • What progression models work best in different contexts?
  • How does design and technology capability emerge?

Teaching Approaches

Evidence-based pedagogical strategies

Transferability

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Strength of Evidence

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Links to other useful resources

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Where can teachers find resources to support D&T

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Formative & summative assessment

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Electronics

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