Rationale:
Technology education provides students with the knowledge and skills
necessary for producing quality outcomes that effectively either solve
a problem or meet a need. They do so within a context that enables them
to acquire an understanding of technology’s role in the world and of the
effects that specific technologies or processes have on society and the
environment. Technology education also develops student skills in creating
and communicating ideas, and in solving complex and varied problems.
Aims:
In technology education, it is intended that students develop: -
A systematic and creative approach to generating technological solutions
The knowledge and skills necessary for using a variety of equipment
and resources
An understanding of the principles for safely using materials and operating
equipment
The ability to explore and assess the past and potential consequences
of using technology
Self-confidence and self-sufficiency in dealing with technology
An ability to develop problem-solving skills within real contexts.
Implementation:
All students at Templeton will study a sequential Technology course
based upon the outcomes contained within the Curriculum and Standards
Framework II.
All teachers will utilise ‘curriculum@work’ and will work with their
respective teams to develop and implement sequential phases of problem
solving.
Learning opportunities must be provided that cater for the identified
needs of each student.
Student progress in Technology will be reported in half and end of year
academic reports.
A budget that provides for the needs of the Technology program will
be developed by staff and resourced by School Council.
A staff member will be allocated the responsibility of coordinating
the school’s Technology program.
Evaluation:
- This policy will be reviewed as part of the school’s three-year review
cycle.
This policy was last ratified by School Council in.... June
2002