Switched on Design and Technology

New and innovative projects for the new primary curriculum

Switched on Design and Technology is an online-only resource offering engaging, cross-curricular projects to teach the new curriculum, with links to computer-aided design and the computing programme of study.

Switched on Design and Technology offers a collection of new and innovative projects, with resources that will give all teachers the confidence to teach design and technology knowledge and skills.

 

• Use real life contexts to teach design and technology knowledge and skills
• Give every teacher the confidence to teach the new curriculum
• Raise attainment in English and maths
• Support progression from Year 1 to Year 6

Every Switched on Design and Technology project is created so that pupils design and make a functional product for a specified purpose, ensuring that design and technology in the classroom is always related to the wider world.

Download your free sample activity.

Please note: this resource is available in digital format only.

The Switched on Design & Technology online pack includes:

Digital Teacher's Book

• Six new, innovative projects with cross-curricular links to computing, science, maths and other subjects
• Step-by-step teacher support for each project
• Links to the programme of study
• Tips and techniques to help with tricky bits
• Support for the less able and challenge to stretch the more able
• Design & Technology inspiration - inspire the class with stories of successful inventors
• Clear assessment guidance

Digital resources

• 'Skills starter'' on-screen video demos
• A resource bank of images to inspire your class

Your school will receive permanent online access to the resources via My Rising Stars.