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Talking D&T[Archive] Talking Design Studio Pedagogy with Alice Hellard and Derek JonesSend me a message.Recommended read: Studio Properties: A field guide to design education (edited by Derek Jones , Elizabeth Boling, James Benedict Brown , James Corazzo, Colin M. Gray, Nicole Lotz)Derek Jones and Alice Hellard explore the concept of design studio as a transformative educational approach that extends beyond physical space to encompass social dynamics, extended cognition, and embodied knowledge.• Design studio is not just a physical space but a collection of practices involving social interaction, extended cognition, and listening in• Virtual design studios reveal important...
2025-08-2655 minTalking D&TBridging Schools and Universities: Reshaping D&T's FutureSend me a message.In this episode, I'm sharing some exciting developments in design and technology education, starting with insights from a recent policy event I led at Nottingham Trent University. The day brought together D&T teachers and university lecturers in design education to envision the future of our subject, using an innovative co-navigator approach from Denmark.I discuss the growing collaboration between schools and universities in design education, highlighted by lightning talks from key figures including Tony Ryan from the D&T Association and Michelle Gregson from the National Society for Education in...
2025-01-2809 minTalking D&T🔒 Designing Spaces: The Invisible Pedagogy of D&T ClassroomsSubscriber-only episodeSend me a message.How can the design and layout of a D&T classroom shape students' creativity and comfort in the space?In this episode of Talking D&T, I continue the discussion from my recent chat with Alice Hellard and Derek Jones about design studio pedagogy. Their ideas got me thinking about the important role of physical space in design and technology education.I consider how the D&T classroom can either welcome or intimidate students, especially as they move from primary to secondary school. Drawing on...
2024-09-2610 minTalking D&TTalking Design Studio Pedagogy with Alice Hellard and Derek JonesSend me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I chat with Alice Hellard, Programme Lead for Design and Technology PGCE at Goldsmiths University, and Derek Jones, senior lecturer in sustainable design at the Open University. We talk about design studios and their potential impact on D&T education.Our conversation explores how studio practices can shape learning experiences, from primary classrooms to higher education. Alice shares insights from her teaching background, while Derek offers a unique perspective on virtual studios and they both discuss extended cognition in design.We tackle...
2024-09-2455 minTalking D&TAlice Hellard on the Ethical Dimensions of Design Education (part 2)Send me a message.In this episode, Alice Hellard and I explore the impact of design on our lives and society. Alice's work highlights the importance of design education in navigating modern complexities, emphasising student agency and the dynamic relationship between humans and their environment.We talk about how objects like smartphones influence behaviors and interactions, prompting a shift in educational focus towards process over outcomes. Everyday objects are also examined as a means of exploring personal values and political expression - hear me get very excited talking about the Memphis design movement!S...
2024-03-1943 minTalking D&TDesign Objects and Their Hidden Impact: a conversation with Alice Hellard (part 1)Send me a message.This is the first part of a conversation with Alice Hellard from Goldsmiths. We unravel the complexities of agency, design and objects agency in museum settings. Alice's research, presented at PATT40, looks at the often-overlooked emotional and philosophical connections we form with objects, and how these relationships are shaped by historical practices and curatorial decisions. Her research underscores the importance of bridging the gap between students and the items they study, challenging the conventional wisdom of design and technology education to foster a more profound understanding amongst students.Throughout our conversation...
2024-02-2735 min