Whangarei Girls’ High School
Year 9 Maker Space- Technology (THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL FOR 2024, PLEASE CHOOSE ANOTHER COURSE)
9MKSP
Course Description
Students will use a variety of technologies and materials to create physical and digital outcomes. Using the design process, they will explore solutions to a problem, generate ideas, test and prototype. Collaboration is encouraged as students undertake processes such as modelling, illustration, animation, constructing, programming, and crafting.
Learning Opportunities
In this course you will need to:
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- Critical thinking skills: inquire, analyse problems, test and evaluate ideas.
| Possible technologies include : - Laser cutting
- Animation, gifs
- Robotics, electronics
- Modelling and 3D printing
- Games - Makeymakey, Gamefroot
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- Creative thinking: produce original ideas and apply imagination to solve problems.
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- Digital technologies: develop confidence and skills using various digital tools to create outcomes.
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- Materials technologies: develop knowledge about materials, techniques and processes.
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Year Levels/Departments:
Year 9, Technology
Resources Required
A4 clearfile or sketchbook. Pens, pencils, ruler, eraser.
Final take home product $10.00