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<p>Design and Technology (D&T) is an important subject that can inspire young
people to pursue careers in engineering and manufacturing. Ofsted's 2011 report ‘Meeting
technological challenges' found:</p><p> </p><p>“Most pupils in the primary and secondary
schools visited enjoyed designing and making products and gained much satisfaction
in acquiring technical skills and in seeing their ideas take shape.”</p><p> </p><p>During
the review of the national curriculum, the Government consulted industry representatives,
such as Dyson and Royal Academy of Engineering, teachers, subject associations and
D&T specialists to ensure the new D&T curriculum is relevant to the modern
world. We have strengthened the technological aspects of the subject by including
new and emerging technologies, placed greater emphasis on links with STEM subjects
to provide a context for their practical application and we are also reforming D&T
GCSE and A levels to include more rigorous content and build on the changes made to
the curriculum. The new qualifications will be more ambitious, with greater stretch
for the most able and prepare young people better for the demands of employment and
further study.</p><p> </p>
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