REFLECTION - 28/01/2010
2T2 – ITE Experience. 26/01/2010 from 9.00am – 4.30pm
27/01/2010 from 9.00am – 1.00pm

This was a good exposure for 2T2. The programmes planned by ITE was very
informative. This opened the pupils minds to a world of opportunities after 4NT.
They were taken on a tour of the campus. Their hands on sessions included CAM
(computer aided design) and pneumatic tools.

REFLECTION - 24/9/09

The year is coming to a close. Thinking through the year’s D/T programme,
it is satisfying to note that the objectives set out by the department was achieved.
All pupils under my charge were able to complete their projects and folios.
Pupils showed keen interest in their work, particularly, the practical work. By
the time they went through and completed their projects, they would have learnt the
processes involved in design work, namely, (i) marking out (ii) cutting the profile
(iii) shaping/ bending (iv) assembling the parts and (v) applying finishing.
Judging from the pupils enthusiasm and interest we are motivated to stretch them
to their maximum potential. Many pupils who left the workshop keep asking if they
could come and do some interesting projects. May be, we can think of some waysto accommodate them in the afternoon, if there is good response.

Thinking Aloud - Reflection

The program being provided to lower seconday pupils in design / technology is both challenging and interesting. It provides an environment for the holistic development of our pupils. It challenges all the five domains of learning - moral, intellectual , physical , social and aesthetic values. The target is to enable all our pupils to hand in their D/T assignments on time. Close monitering and help are needed to guide along the slower ones. Encourage pupils to develop their creativity to the fullest with confidence thus enabling them to become independant learners. We are mid-way down term one and all indicators point to the fact that more than 95% can pass.

Vasoo S

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.