Título: Applying Laser Cutting Techniques Through Horology for Teaching Effective STEM in Design and Technology
Autores: C.R. Jones, Lewis; Loughborough University
R. Tyrer, John; Loughborough University
P. Zanker, Nigel; Loughborough Design School
Fecha: 2013-11-28
Publicador: Design and Technology Education: an international journal
Fuente:
Tipo: info:eu-repo/semantics/article
Research Articles
info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersion
Tema: Design & technology ; Education
technology, teacher knowledge, problem-based learning, pxperiential learning, pction research, STEM
Descripción: This paper explores the pedagogy underpinning the use of laser manufacturing methods for the teaching of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) at key stage 3 design and technology. Clock making (horology) has been a popular project in design and technology (D&T) found in many schools, typically it focuses on aesthetical design elements. This paper describes a new project, which has been developed to enhance the STEM content of a horology project through advanced utilisation of laser cutting machinery. It allows pupils to produce their own products from self-made mechanical timing mechanisms. The central aim is to strengthen the application of the underlying technology of mechanisms and the manufacturing capability of laser cutting technology in D&T. Trials with schools have shown success in gaining pupils’ interest in STEM and provided feedback to improve the project. It has highlighted limits when delivering the engineering and maths content with teachers from nontechnology backgrounds. The paper discusses this limitation through subject pedagogy, categorisation of teacher knowledge, and teaching effectiveness through experiential and problem-based learning approaches.
Idioma: Inglés

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