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Lesson 2: Frame assembly

Learning about exploded diagrams and applying this knowledge to assemble automata frame components.

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Learning objective

To assemble the automata frame components and supports with the help of an exploded diagram.

Success criteria

I can assemble a product with the support

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National curriculum

Design and technology

Design

Pupils should be

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Cross-curricular links

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

Recap and recall

Display the Presentation: 3, 2, 1 and hand each child a whiteboard and pen.

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Adaptive teaching

Pupils needing extra support

Could be given a breakdown of the assembly into smaller stages; could be provided with the Resource: Automata design idea example to support them in generating ideas; could be shown slide 2 of the Presentation: Automata design ideas to support them in realising a particular set of design criteria.

Pupils working at greater depth

Should continue working independently within their pair from Lesson 1: Making a frame; could take on the role of workshop assistant if they finish ahead of time to assist their peers; should add detailed annotations to their design ideas.

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Assessing progress and understanding

Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: partially assembling their frame

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Vocabulary definitions

assembly diagram

An exploded view diagram of an object that shows you how to construct an object or the order of assembly of various parts.
client

A person or company who receives a service from a professional (such as a designer).

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In this unit

Assessment - D&T Y6: Mechanical systems: Automatas

Lesson 1: Automatas

Lesson 2: Frame assembly

Lesson 3: Experimenting with cams

Lesson 4: Finishing touches

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Vicki Risianova

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