What will your child be studying?
Throughout the year your child will complete a range of ‘design and make’ activities, along with focussed practical tasks in textiles, food, graphics and resistant materials.
How will your child be assessed?
Students use booklets that contain several opportunities for assessment by a peer, the teacher and also the student through self-assessment.
How can you help your child?
- Assist with homework tasks
- Be a critical friend when a ‘client' opinion’ is required
- Talk to them about their work in class
Supportive resources and websites
www.technologystudent.com
www.designcouncil.org
www.textiles4u.wikispaces.com
www.bbc.co.uk/education