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If students wish to enter multiple portfolio subjects in Technology and/or Visual Arts (e.g. up to a maximum of three subjects) this will be at the discretion of the Dean and the relevant Teachers in Charge/Heads of Department of those subjects.
Head of Technology Department: Alistair Hutcheson
ahutcheson@wdsg.school.nz
Technology is intervention by design. It uses intellectual and practical resources to create technological outcomes, which expand human possibilities by addressing needs and realising opportunities.
With its focus on design thinking, technology education supports students to be innovative, reflective and critical in designing new models, products, software, systems and tools to benefit people, while taking account of their impact on cultural, ethical, environmental and economic conditions.
The aim is for students to develop broad technological knowledge, practices and dispositions that will equip them to participate in society as informed citizens and provide a platform for technology-related careers. Students learn that technology is the result of human activity by exploring stories and experiences from their heritage, from Aotearoa New Zealand’s rich cultural environment, and from contemporary examples of technology. As they learn in technology, students draw on and further develop the key competencies.
nzcurriculum.tki.org.nz
Please note that all Technology classes have a limit in terms of maximum student numbers in order to meet health and safety requirements and other timetabling and specialist staffing restrictions. Where there are more students wishing to take a Technology course than there are places available, entry will be at the sole discretion of the HOD Technology. Priority will be given to students who have taken the subject before and who intend to pursue a career in that specific field.
Subjects: Teacher in Charge:
Design & Visual Communication Mr. Alistair Hutcheson
Textile & Design Ms. Siobhan Broughton
Food Technology Ms. Michelle Knott
STEAM Studio Mr. Hutcheson
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