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3-D for Free - BlockCAD

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Lego villa
In this article we are looking at a piece of software that has the potential to support Lego-related activities at Key Stage 1 and beyond: BlockCAD, available from: http://web.telia.com/~u16122508/proglego.htm
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Free Wild Things!

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Wild things logo
In this article we are looking at a piece of software that has the potential to be very helpful in textiles activities at Key Stages 2 and 3. We believe that this piece of software is in the public domain and available for educational, non-commercial use. Even so, we advise you to carefully read any restrictions or conditions of use before installing it.
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Stimulation through simulation

In this article Chris Hackett describes how children became engrossed in learning as they were presented with a range of scenarios.
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National Grid for Learning - Resources for Art and Design

In this article Glenys Hart summarises the content of some of the Regional Broadband Consortia's individual grids for learning with reference to Art and Design and Design and Technology.
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Using stories as a stimulus for cross-curricular teaching and learning

Susia Arnott and Marie Hindmarch, Advisory Teachers for ICT in North Tyneside LA, developed activities based upon The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch and The Giant Jam Sandwich to support the Langdale Early Years SCITT ICT. children.
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A beginner's guide to 'real' control work

In this article Angella Streluk explains some of the features of control work and suggests ways in which D&T and control can be integrated into topic work on the theme of 'homes and habitats'.
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Using ICT in Art and design and Design and Technology to develop creativity and imagination.

In this article Caroline Atherton describes how she integrated art and design and design technology into a History unit studying the Aztecs, and the particular role ICT played in this work.
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Direct2U Activities from Becta

Becta produced ideas and activities using ICT across the curriculum. These can be found at http://forum.ngfl.gov.uk/direct2u
This article reproduces three of the Direct2U activities. The first is a D&T task for Year 1. This is followed by two Art & Design activities, one for Year 1 and the other for Year 2.
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Art without mess - is it of value?

This article details a headteacher's journey from a sceptical view of the value of ICT in developing children's artistic skills to conversion.
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Integrating control - linking elements of DT and ICT using control software

In this article Philip Griffin explains how he has successfully linked D and T projects with control work in ICT. He also provides a useful guide to progression.
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