Design Technology (49 total posts)

3D Printing – DT IB Diploma and Continued Technology Push

July 13, 2016
Hi Students, Summer is coming – and for DP1 first year DT students this is usually a time to start bringing together ideas for their Major Project noting that these days a major part of this project is the Commercial Production unit and an understanding of how...

3D Printing Spotlight – and Manufacturing Focus

May 25, 2016
Hi all, Another 3D manufacturing spotlight – as this industry and design area moves so fast it is always important for students  to keep up to date – especially considering the commerical production parts of your syllabus now. Great article about how the...

Socially Aware Design for a Purpose – Project Inspiration

May 9, 2016
Hi all, Struggling to be inspired or inspire – well here are some wonderful socially and ethically inspired recent design prodiucts which should get you thinking of some great ideas for upcoming projects to do in the IB Diploma. Remember projects especially the...

Design for Learning and Play – A Great Design Based Project

April 22, 2016
Hi all, Further inspiration for choosing a Major Project – yes I know I have posted before about this but it is really important to ensure that the problem you solve is a good one. I compare it to the Extended Essay – without a good question in the...