ICT for ITD by

Digital Design Challenge

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:48:04 UTC

Students work in pairs to design a simple 3D model using CAD software (like TinkerCAD or SketchUp). They must create a basic household item that could be 3D printed. This activity develops spatial awareness and introduces students to digital design principles.

Time: 45-60 minutes
Skills: 3D modeling, spatial thinking, digital design

Hardware Scavenger Hunt

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:48:04 UTC

In small groups, students identify and document different computer hardware components. Using an old computer (if available) or pictures, they create a digital guide explaining the function of each component.

Time: 45 minutes
Skills: Hardware knowledge, documentation, collaboration

Digital Safety Campaign

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:48:04 UTC

Students create an infographic or digital poster about cyber safety using Canva or similar software. Topics can include password security, online privacy, or digital footprint.

Time: 60 minutes
Skills: Digital literacy, graphic design, communication

Coding Construction Game

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:48:04 UTC

Using Scratch or similar block-based coding platform, students create a simple game related to construction or design. The game should include basic movement, scoring, and at least one interactive element.

Time: 90 minutes
Skills: Basic programming, game design, logical thinking

Digital Documentation Project

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:48:04 UTC

Students document a simple construction project using digital tools. They take photos, create step-by-step instructions, and compile everything into a digital manual using Microsoft Word or Google Docs.

Time: 60 minutes
Skills: Digital documentation, technical writing, photography

3D Printing Design Challenge

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:48:04 UTC

Students design a simple tool or component that could be useful in the construction workshop. They must consider practical constraints like size, strength, and printing time.

Time: 90 minutes
Skills: 3D design, problem-solving, practical application

Digital Collaboration Workshop

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:48:04 UTC

Using cloud-based tools like Google Workspace, students work in teams to plan a theoretical construction project. They must create shared documents, spreadsheets for materials, and a presentation.

Time: 60 minutes
Skills: Digital collaboration, project planning, cloud computing

Virtual Workshop Safety Guide

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:48:04 UTC

Students create an interactive presentation about workshop safety using PowerPoint or Google Slides. Must include images, animations, and a simple quiz at the end.

Time: 45 minutes
Skills: Presentation design, safety awareness, interactive content creation

Digital Measurement Project

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:48:04 UTC

Students use digital tools (like digital calipers or measurement apps) to take precise measurements of workshop items and create a digital database using Excel or Google Sheets. Include calculations for area and volume.

Time: 45 minutes
Skills: Digital measurement, data entry, spreadsheet usage

Blooket CFU and angagement

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:55:15 UTC

I use Blooket in the classroom with younger grades. Most year 10s are past this point. I use it as a repeated questioning and plowback technique to assess student learning and retention of concepts. easy to use, heaps of templates already and great engagement from students. improves durable learning.

TinkerCAD

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 00:58:12 UTC

Absolutely the best program for differentiation. Students can design, create and test in an environment that is suitable for them. Many students with Social emotional needs can access design without the noise and dirt of a workshop. great for students lacking the numeracy skills for parametric design. also much easier to use on touch screen, great to modify or replace assessments

Trello? ... Trell no!

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:00:27 UTC

Could be used in business, however, costs, requires personal information. I didn't get very far down this road, however i decided its not for us (education)

Miro, Just like OneNote

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:06:23 UTC

Miro is a OneNote style organization space. Sold as a business solution to project planning, allowing multiple users to access, edit and contribute. I use its Roadmapping for 9 systems, students work in groups and use this to develop their own time line, assign duties and create their own deadlines and accountability. They have a few templates on there, i use the sticky notes to do activities on the digital whiteboards, students can add ideas, sketches and work as a class to brainstorm solutions, i then screen shot that lesson for them to add to their progress.

Edmodo

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:09:52 UTC

I couldn't get into Edmodo. I found some great resources in there, mini games and animated videos. I just find the learning is much more authentic when i get the stuff and we make the thing. Not a fan in the end

Peergrade

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:14:13 UTC

Peergrade would be great, however the admin requirements do not meet the standards in Australia, it is offshore data, Paid, and honestly not the best layout to use (from the looks). No way was i paying for the ability for students to review each others work that way. Old school setup, not so user friendly. Its a no for me.

How i imagine some of my students would be so extra.

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:18:07 UTC

I'm searching for "the" program that will do what i want. i have an idea from a video game where the main character posts their journey online and people check in and follow along. That's how i imagine the solution I'm looking for. That is what i imagine the students would be like, if they can get engaged, that's getting harder and harder.

Delightex AR and VR

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:21:16 UTC

I know Moranbah uses this, it looks good. like it would be a cool thing, but I'm unsure it would actually help. I also immediately consider the damage students would do to the equipment, not to mention, no one wants to wear VR goggles that have been on 1000 kids faces....

OnShape

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:32:37 UTC

Onshape is a cloud based CAD program. Unlike Inventor that we use extensively, Onshape allows students to work anywhere, anytime, which often results in my more engaged students producing work on their weekends, after work at night and before school. OnShape can be monitored from a teacher perspective, and can be set up to view, comment and suggest edits. This is a great collaborative and peer review tool, as students cannot cause problems for other students. teaching ethical use is important and this program doesn't allow them to test the boundaries.

Supplement practical learning

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:37:51 UTC

Just another OneNote

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:38:52 UTC

Book making

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:42:48 UTC

This could be great for an art or media class, students can create and have the company produce, if it wasn't for the cost. This could be used really at any point in the SAMR model. I love the idea, have played around with it in my own time, but doubt it would be good for the classroom, in my environment.

The good the bad and the others

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:44:01 UTC

Green = Good

Yellow = Not sure

Red = No

Purple = Thoughts

Scratch for programming

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:49:38 UTC

Scratch is an online programming drag and drop style, that allows students to learn how code works, without necessarily knowing how to code. I use scratch in class to program drones and cars the students build. Students work together on the project and generate movements to meet the "deliveries" required, not only do they design the vehicle to overcome the challenges, they program the route as well.

Scratch Screenshot

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 01:50:35 UTC

Drag and drop, test and tune, rate and review

Seesaw - TikTok for learning

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 02:05:17 UTC

I love Seesaw, the website looks lame, but it is great, easy to use, doesn't crash and allows student to easily record their learning, and then just download the lot at the end or simply submit the link to me. I don't teach senior, but could see this been used to record the applied subjects, rather than the PowerPoint they complete, or even alongside the PowerPoint.

Seesaw allows me to engage students, satisfies their need to be on their phones, and is easy enough to monitor for use. It is not as deeply engaged with outside school, some students do actually upload their own projects, but unfortunately it is discouraged - too much risk.

The feedback section is a simple comment and react, it works well.

Like all things on my journey, i needed to understand that teaching the students HOW to use this is just as important. They need to learn how to use things for the purpose they are made for. That simple. I was the problem and needed to change my outlook towards the learning process.

See what i Saw: Dive into the features of Seesaw

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 02:58:57 UTC

Category Feature Classroom Benefit Student Engagement

Voice & Video Recording

Students can explain thinking, processes, and challenges using their own voice, ideal for students like L.

Photo & Drawing Uploads

Capture build stages, sketches, or workshop actions as part of a visual journal.

Multimodal Journaling

Combines images, audio, and text. This caters to different learning styles and abilities.

Feedback And Peer Commenting

Enables structured peer assessment using sentence stems or rubrics.

Like, Comment, Repost

Adds authentic feedback loops and motivation; can model respectful digital communication.

Organised Folders by Project or Lesson Helps students organise evidence of learning across different build stages or subjects.

Timeline View

Students and teachers can track growth over time — useful for reflection and assessment.

Teacher Tools Post Approval & Private Feedback

Allows moderation of posts/comments and private redirection before content goes live.

Rubric & Checklist Integration

Teachers can attach rubrics/checklists directly to student work for clear success criteria.

Activity Library

Reuse resources or templates to save planning time.

Home Access Students like L can show work to parents without needing extra contact from teachers.

Accessibility Supports ADHD/Executive Function Needs

Clear visual layout, step-by-step tasks, reminders, and ability to rewatch instructions.

Using Seesaw: The Strategy & Why It Works

desmondfield — 2025-06-04 03:10:16 UTC

Model the process with your own post. Shows students what “good” looks like, especially those needing structure.

Use comment sentence starters.

Scaffolds peer feedback and reduces vague or unhelpful comments

Set clear expectations for posts

Keeps focus on learning, not social features (e.g. “only comment on build work”)

Schedule post reminders

Helps students manage tasks and submit on time — helpful for students with ADHD

Celebrate student posts publicly

Builds pride and motivation (e.g., project a “featured reflection” in class)