Design Technology at Canadian Academy focuses on investigating, designing, planning, creating, and evaluating projects through their MYP Technology program. They teach respect for resources and being eco-friendly. The department head Julie Lemley presented on the units and essential questions covered in the Design Technology curriculum.
10. Presentation made by: Julie LemleyDesign Technology Department HeadCanadian Academy 2011
Editor's Notes
MYP Technology at CA aspires to develop creative problem solvers who are able to respond independently, critically and resourcefully to the demands of the increasingly technological society. MYP Technology encourages flexibility and risk-taking in students¡¯ efforts to challenge themselves as they investigate and attempt to solve real world problems using the design cycle.
5 Year program for StudentsUsing the Design Cycle as an approach to learning
Combined Technology Using both Materials and Computer TechnologyHybrid Approach to Teaching Design Technology Design Technology Class ¨C each student once a weekIntegrated Design Technology ¨C in subject areas dependent on project