Year is comming to a close and it is time to reflect on the year's D/T course work for the lower secondasry classes . Most pupils were able to complete their work on time. The course work was designed such that the pupils were given a programme aimed at providing a holistic education to cater to the five domains of leaarning.
Pupils were guided through to develop their skills in gathering imformation on a design project.
Mind mapping is an effective tool for this.
Most pupils had difficulty in coming up with concept sketches. Perhaps more exercises are needed to develop their sketching skills.
Unit is currently developing more challenging programmes for 2009. It is hoped that pupils will benefit more if better stratagies are employed to bring out the best from the pupils.