In the past, the topic of “Mechanism” was usually taught by making reference to PowerPoint slides, notes, and videos; and the concepts were reinforced through assignments. Most of the upper secondary level students tended to tackle this topic by memorizing the content. However, it was observed that many students were unable to apply the knowledge in real-life applications due to a lack of hands-on experience. Thus, the purpose of this workshop is to help participants to explore the use of experiential learning in the teaching of Mechanism so that students will experience and appreciate the concepts better through real-life applications.

Date: 15 September 2023 (Fri)

Mode of Delivery: Face-to-face workshop

Registration: Search for the course code DNT-000033 in OPAL2.0, or by clicking on the link here.

In Subject Based Banding (SBB) classes, students from all different streams are in the same form class. Design and Technology is a common subject for all students in the same class. Since the lessons start in January, it is crucial that teaching and learning starts on the right track by fostering a positive class culture. Teachers should be pedagogically flexible in their instructions to ease students into this new subject that is skills-based rather than academic-based. Differentiated Instruction (DI) offers a strategy to allow students to take ownership via DI by Interest and learn from one another via DI by Readiness.

Date: 24 March 2023 (Fri)

Mode of Delivery: Face-to-face workshop

Registration: Search for the course code DNT-000035 in OPAL2.0, or by clicking on the link here.

Computational thinking, coupled with the skill of basic coding, is essential in our world of rapid technology advancement. As part of the school's lower secondary Design and Technology programme, the project team harnesses both technology and coding skill to help students design and create. In this workshop, participants will get to experience the use of a Micro:bit device for coding and also a series of Boson Sensor Kit which will be essential for the design of electronics and electrical circuits. The team hopes that through their sharing, more schools will embark on the journey of Makers' Technology with them so as to grow this community of Makers' Education. 

Date: 11 April 2023 (Tue)

Mode of Delivery: Face-to-face workshop

Registration: Search for the course code DNT-000034 in OPAL2.0, or by clicking on the link here.