Northland Regional PLD Event

Generating design ideas (divergent thinking) that use design knowledge and visual communication skills. Developing and representing design outcomes through building design knowledge and visual communication skills.

Developing designs in DVC Design development is the heart of DVC where students imagine, create, and refine designs that resonate with people’s needs. In this workshop we will focus on strengthening teaching approaches for design development. We’ll cover the DVC learning journey for Year 9 to Year 13, with a spotlight on Year 11 learning and AS92002 (Develop design ideas informed by consideration of people). We will cover: Progression of DVC learning from Y9-13 Teaching and learning underlying AS92002 (Develop design ideas informed by consideration of people) Extending these skills into Y12-13 (L2 and 3 standards) Through some hands-on activities and collaborative discussion, we'll explore visual techniques and design thinking approaches that help students to develop their designs successfully.

Materials Experimentation In this hands-on workshop, you will explore different natural dyes for timber and yarn. Working with a starting brief, breakdown the concepts for teaching and learning, experiment with how dyes can be used to transform materials, and push the boundaries of colour. The focus is on experimentation; discover new methods and refine your process to achieve creative outcomes. This workshop is designed to support the teaching and learning connections, and possible student evidence towards MPT 92013, 1.2 standard. Connections to junior technology programmes for progression to senior MPT programmes will also be covered.

A mixture of practical and theory, this workshop is focused on helping teachers with evidence collection during a student's learning journey. Roll up your sleeves and participate in some hands-on learning through a range of practical activities. Record your evidence then use it to test against your attributes and further develop your specifications. Some practical ideas you can use to support students in your classroom and an opportunity to ask questions and make connections in your own teaching practice. This workshop is designed to support teaching and learning in MPT with particular connections to AS92013 (1.2) and AS92015 (1.4) as well as junior technology program links in a Food | Processing context. You will need your phone/iPad and the ability to download/upload. Please install Google Keep prior to the session and link it to you SCHOOL EMAIL. (Please email if you need help with this step)

This session will take place after the afternoon workshop for anyone interested. This is a not selectable option. Come join the presenters and other delegates for a Q&A session, discussions and advice, ideas and support with your current teaching & learning programs. Share ideas, collaborate and leave with a plan that will have positive impact for your learners.

Join Andrew Churches for this webinar discussing and exploring the AI framework developed alongside Chris Cormack, Kai Tahu, Kāti Māmoe, who guided us step by step to support schools in integrating artificial intelligence into teaching and learning. It was created through a wānanga with representatives from: NZGTTA, Catalyst IT, Apple, Google, Microsoft, Ministry of Education, University of Canterbury, St John’s College, Levin Intermediate School, Hillcrest High School, Teacher Development Aotearoa, AUT, Queen Margaret College, AcademyEx, IRCAI Fellow, Westlake Girls High School, Massey University. This framework provides a structured approach to understanding AI, its applications, and how it can be used effectively in education. There are also a wide variety of tools to support all stakeholders in education. In this presentation, DTTA will present the journey and framework and invite insights, feedback, and discussion. This is an opportunity to shape the future of AI in schools, ensuring the framework and tools to meet the diverse needs of teachers and learners across Aotearoa.

In this workshop, we will explore how to effectively manage project-based learning across Years 11, 12, and 13, even when you're not a specialist in all areas of Digital Technologies. We’ll break down the key concepts of "design" and "development of an outcome" to clarify expectations for both teachers and students. The session will also look at how this programme of learning flows into the level 2 and 3 external assessments (91899 and 91909), offering practical advice, resources, and examples to help you guide students towards success across a wide range of project types.

BCITO will have a presence at each event with a workshop/information slot as well as supporting with merchandise. Support for people delivering Bcats programs in school, and pathways post-secondary.

A low-cost simple nightlight build on a cardboard template. Students learn what the components in it are, how to identify them, what they do, and how they interact with each other.

This hands-on workshop is your entry point into Godot, the free and open-source game engine that's taking classrooms by storm. We'll explore the core tools and workflows in Godot, from 2D scene building to scripting with GDScript. Whether you're brand new or looking to sharpen your skills, you'll leave with practical knowledge you can apply straight away—and a game prototype to build on! Perfect for educators and creators wanting to bring real-world game development into the classroom.

An interactive workshop unpacking the key content and expectations of AS92006 in the NCEA Digital Technologies curriculum. This session will provide a practical dive into Nielsen’s Heuristics for User Interface Design, explore how to integrate mātāpono Māori into the design process meaningfully, and showcase resources available through Techquity to support student learning. We’ll also break down the exam structure, offering insights and strategies to help your students succeed. Ideal for teachers looking to deepen their understanding, gather resources, and confidently support their learners through this standard.