Pupils with poor reading literacy levels struggle to achieve good levels of scientific literacy. This study investigated the use of digital video production as a method of improving ...
Abstract Much has been written about the inherent link between D&T and Science, particularly since the introduction of the STEM Programme. This paper reports on findings from other ...
The video below discusses a brief history of IDATER including the decisions involved in taking the conferences online allowing greater reach and potential for discussion using the World ...
Introduction This presentation aims to look at how practitioners can use action research as a tool to take control of, develop the design and technology curriculum and make it work. I ...
Introduction The objectives of the paper are to support the conduct of action research by teachers-as-researchers and, thereby, contribute towards the development of (1) design educational ...
Abstract This paper is part of a larger study that aims to improve our understanding on how children make decisions while working with design and technology activities. This paper ...
Introduction I think it would be fair to say that I come here today as a passionate advocate of Action Research. It has provided me with the means whereby, over the years, I have ...
Introduction This Keynote Address could perhaps have been titled: "What kind of research is appropriate to the study of education through Design and Technology?" or even: "What ...
Abstract This paper reviews an action research project at a South Wales comprehensive school. Specific consideration is given to interview methodology as it generated a significant amount ...
Abstract Despite large investment into information communication tools such as websites, the impact that these websites have within education is rarely assessed. This paper reviews current ...
Abstract This paper seeks to summarise the contributions which have been made to ongoing conversations regarding action research at DATER and IDATER conferences and their context. ...