Abstract
Reference: Case Study CP808
Title: Establishing a new combined materials senior Technology programme
Teacher practice: Establishing a Year 13 Technology programme
Overview: With no existing pathway for students from Year 9 through to Year 13 in Technology, teacher Jean Wallace set out on a long-term course of action to create one, by establishing and embedding a new Year 13 Materials Technology programme in the school curriculum.
Focus Points: The case study highlights:
- Programming outside the school timetable
- Using the school environment as a context and a source of clients and mentors
- Collaborative planning and delivery
- Progressive programme development towards a longer term goal
