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HSC marking simulation videoconferences

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 08:55:47 EST

On behalf of the Technology unit experienced HSC markers presented a series of videoconferences on HSC marking to Stage 6 Technology students and teachers in regional NSW in 2010.

The resources from these video conferences are now available on the curriculum support website.

Sculpture of the Year Awards for High School Students 2010/2011

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 08:55:47 EST

The Sheetmetal Industry Association (SIA) has announced the opening of the Sculpture of the Year Awards for High School Students 2010/ 2011. Students participating in this competition are required to produce a predominately metal construction sculpture containing some sheet metal. The SIA can offer assistance if required for schools experiencing difficulty sourcing scrap metal. Other design criteria are also required to be applied to the sculpture project (see below). Multiple entries are permitted from the same class or school. Competition entries close on 13th May 2011.

Term 2 Technology Unit Workshops

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 08:55:47 EST

The CK-12 Technology Unit presented the following workshops in Term 2:

Stage 6 Design and Technology syallabus support workshops

Stage 6 Agriculture syllabus support workshops

Spacewise: Enhancing built environment education in Technology 7 - 8

The resources from these workshops are now available on the curriculum support website.

Australian Curriculum: Information and Communication Technology and Design and Technology (Technolog

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 08:55:47 EST

ACARA are currently inviting Expressions of Interest for Advisory Panel Members for the Australian Curriculum: Technologies. The Advisory Panel requires members from a diverse range of backgrounds, knowledge and experiences in Technologies. In 2011 advisory panel work will focus on the shaping phase.

The Information and Communication Technology and Design and Technology (Technologies) learning area may include agriculture/primary industries, built environment, computing/digital technologies, design, engineering, food technology and nutrition, graphics, materials and product design (e.g. metals, textiles, timber).

Further information can be found at the ACARA website at www.acara.edu.au/technologies or from the invitation.