Teaching snapshots
This section provides an for teachers to share ideas they have successfully used in their classroom . It includes: strategies for delivering a particular aspect of the Technology curriculum, activities which have engaged student interest, used in the classroom, interaction with the wider community, and promotion of technology education/subject areas.
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Primary playground redesign – a rich local curriculum opportunity
A redesign of the school playground became a rich learning opportunity for years 7–8 students.
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Astronomy and e-textiles
Primary and intermediate schools build connections between an annual Matariki exhibition at Kiwi North museum and the technology learning area.
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Instructional writing and digital technologies
A year 5–6 teacher introduced the revised digital technologies curriculum content through a simple class activity.
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Muffin in a mug
A years 5–6 class practised brief development and functional modelling when making microwave muffins.
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Student led projects in digital technologies
Teacher Josh Campbell has found that when students choose their own projects they are more engaged.
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Integrating technology and literacy: A recipe book
Years 7–8 students develop a book of family recipes to print and sell, combining technology and literacy, and connecting with their school community.
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Local curriculum design: Community projects in year 10 textiles materials
Year 10 students work on projects for community organisations.
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Linking technology and literacy
Teachers work on developing a robust unit integrating technology and literacy.
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If the shoe fits: Shoes as a technological product
A year 12 class design and make their own high fashion shoes.
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Technological modelling and DVC in years 7–10
Students explore technological modelling in design and visual communication.