Design Technology (80 total posts)

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...

Should there be student manufacture in IB Design Technology?

April 11, 2016
Hi there, I came across a great question in the OCC IB DT forum and thought it worthwhile discussing here – whether the Diploma Design Technology course should ensure that students are involved in the making and manufacture of a product? With the recent change...

Resources for the new DT course are developing – Don’t miss out!

April 6, 2016
Hi all, Just a few resources that have had some major developments or just been released by the IB and will really help with Major Project support or Topic 2. Do not hesitate as always to check the OCC forums for DT and the Resource Exchange as many teachers are...

The Dyson Challenge – A Great Learning Tool

December 7, 2015
A simple reminder that sometimes the use of a competition like the Dyson Challenge can really get IB DP students thinking and pushing themselves to be the best DT students they can. As always Dyson goes above and beyond and provides resources including the great...

May 2015 – Exam Reports : A lot to Take In to Support Students

November 4, 2015
Although the last year for the old syllabus in terms of assessment – the May 2015 examination reports always give some great feedback to teachers and students alike. It is available on the OCC as normal and below are a few of the highlights. I always share this...