From Hobbyist to Professional: The Impact of Makers on the Engineering SectorAs promised, we’re back with a deeper dive into just how the exciting Maker Movement is impacting the rise of young engineers.Mar 16Mar 16
The Similarities Between Makers and Engineersare makers and tinkerers actually engineers? Amateur makers have a lot more in common with professional engineers than you might thinkFeb 7Feb 7
Girls Into Coding 2024: A Year of AchievementHappy New Year to all our readers and supporters! As the year begins, we want to take some time to look back on the amazing achievements of…Jan 9Jan 9
Brushstrokes of Genius: The Future of Art-Inspired TechnologyArt inspires technology and technology drives the way we interact with art. That’s the intersection we’re currently exploring in this…Dec 19, 2024Dec 19, 2024
Art and Technology: A Creative IntersectionOne of the strangest things about most mainstream educational establishments is the sharp line drawn between “The Arts” and “The…Nov 21, 2024Nov 21, 2024
Engineering a Better World: Why Tech Disciplines Must Include Disabled Innovatorsall disabled people have a chance to succeed at whatever they’re passionate about. A primary step toward this goal is ensuring that…Oct 2, 2024Oct 2, 2024
Technology for All: How Tech and Engineering Education Benefits Young People with Additional NeedsWithin UK schools, there are students of all abilities including many with special educational needs (SEN) or additional support…Sep 3, 2024Sep 3, 2024
Digital Exclusion: Explaining the Digital Divide in the United KingdomIf you have access to the internet at home and mobile data while you’re out and about, you probably think that’s quite normal. You may…Jul 25, 2024Jul 25, 2024
Bridging the Gap: The UK’s Digital Skills Gap Explained — And Preparing Kids for a Digital FutureWhy aren’t more people learning the skills needed to start a digital career, and what can we do about it?Jun 26, 2024Jun 26, 2024
Generative AI: A Useful Tool or an Ethical Quandary?It’s hard to ignore the rise of AI and machine learning across many aspects of society. Many argue that AI, particularly generative AI, isJun 3, 2024Jun 3, 2024
Coding in the Era of AI: Necessity or Redundancy?coding has been at the forefront of what young people “should” learn to give them the best life chances in the future. But could AI be…May 2, 2024May 2, 2024
Business-Powered Education: How Tech Companies Can Re-energise STEM EducationCompanies in multiple industries are crying out for more engineers, graphic designers, and electricians. Yet many of these companies could…Apr 1, 2024Apr 1, 2024
Fostering Innovation Through Design & Technology ChallengesDesign and Technology or D&T as a school subject is under threat. To anyone with curious kids, this must be baffling. All parents and…Mar 1, 2024Mar 1, 2024
D&T: Integrating Technology in Design-Based Problem-Solving EducationDesign and technology (D&T) education could be the key to unlocking a problem-solving mindset from an early age. It provides context to…Feb 1, 2024Feb 1, 2024
Girls Into Coding’s 2023 Successes: Empowering Girls in TechGirls Into Coding: Take a look at what we achieved in 2023 and what 2024 has in store for our expanding community of girls in Tech!Dec 29, 2023Dec 29, 2023
The Role of Design Thinking in Problem-Solving EducationBy introducing design thinking at an early age, educators and parents could provide children and young people with essential…Dec 4, 2023Dec 4, 2023
Unlocking Young Innovators: How Design & Technology Shapes Problem-Solving MindsetsWe live in uniquely challenging times. Issues from global pandemics to climate change require new solutions and fresh ways of thinking. In…Nov 2, 2023Nov 2, 2023
Building Tomorrow Together: The Dynamic Duo of Engineers and CodersAutonomous vehicles. Smart infrastructure. Renewable energy systems. These are all examples of technology driving progress, and they all…Oct 4, 2023Oct 4, 2023
Navigating Remote Work: A Double-Edged Sword for Young Talent DevelopmentIn the wake of the pandemic, both individuals and industries are discovering the benefits of remote work. It can increase accessibility…Sep 7, 2023Sep 7, 2023
Design Your Destiny: Why Design & Technology Should Not be Ignored or NeglectedWhat are the most important subjects at school?Most educational staff might say English or maths. However, in a world that’s more…Jul 24, 2023Jul 24, 2023