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Hall, Susan – Journal of Design and Technology Education, 1996
Describes class activities designed to broaden primary school students' perception of technology and its role in society. A guided discussion highlights technology's contribution to the children's lives and the difference between generations. Story telling concerning children, families, and technology of ages past provides a historical…
Descriptors: Art Education, Class Activities, Curriculum Enrichment, Discussion (Teaching Technique)
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Till, Wesley – Journal of Design and Technology Education, 1996
Reports on a class project that examined the manufacture of boxes and packaging to teach about design and technology. The class discovered basic manufacturing techniques by examining and disassembling cereal boxes. Field trips to stores provided more examples. Appraises the children's final projects and discusses acquiring materials. (MJP)
Descriptors: Art Education, Class Activities, Design, Design Crafts