Joining up the DOTs

Authentic teaching and learning in Design and Technology education

Journal Article (2013)
Author(s)

B. Nicholl (University of Cambridge)

J. A.E. Flutter (University of Cambridge)

Ian Hosking (University of Cambridge)

J. Clarkson (University of Cambridge)

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DOI related publication
https://doi.org/10.1080/0305764X.2013.811219
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Publication Year
2013
Language
English
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Issue number
4
Volume number
43
Pages (from-to)
435-450

Abstract

This paper reports on an innovative approach for teaching creativity in Design and Technology education based on the notions of authentic learning. Working with secondary schools in England and Ireland, the research team has been developing an intervention known as 'Designing Our Tomorrow' (DOT) which introduced students to the important principles of Inclusive Design (also known as Universal Design). Through interview and survey data, the team gained insights into students' responses to the DOT intervention and they found that students' creativity and empathy were enhanced following their engagement with the intervention materials.

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