Aims and objectives of misuse of technology
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The aims of MYP technology are to:
encourage an awareness of the impact of technology on society and the environment
develop an appreciation of the international and intercultural aspects of technology
provide a variety of technological information and i deas
encourage curiosity, ingenuity, resourcefulness and discrimination
stimulate self-confidence through the knowledge and application of technology
develop practical skills through the creation of products/solutions
promote effective, informed, appropriate communication
foster responsibility for designs, decisions, actions and assessment
promote effective cooperation and respect for individual differences when responding to technological challenges
develop logical-thinking skills.
As well as the knowledge necessary to work towards these aims, the students will also acquire a number of skills:
Practical skills the ability to complete given tasks.
Analytical skills the collection, interpretation and use of information.
Organizational skills the planning of work and meeting deadlines.
Social skills the communication of ideas.
The objectives of technology listed below relate directly to the assessment criteria, A–D. The objectives have been identified in relation to the design cycle which applies to all students’ experiences with information, materials and systems.
A Investigate
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
identify problems or needs
formulate questions and a design specification
use appropriate sources
collect, select and organize information and materials
compare and contrast information
interpret information
search for solutions or designs which could be adapted
research the potential social significance of the product/solution.
B Plan
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
judge, test and choose resources
experiment and seek alternatives
develop and synthesize ideas
identify priorities
predict outcomes
create and communicate a logical sequence of work
plan the use of time and resources.
C Create a Product/Solution
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
use tools and equipment safely and efficiently
follow a design specification
monitor the quality of work
use appropriate techniques, materials and equipment
consider modifications to the design specification
decide on the presentation of product/solution and techniques used.
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