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Interaction: the Relationship Between Science and Design and Technology

This report looks at the very separated relationship of science and technology subjects in secondary schools at the time. It tries to identify reasons why there was very limited use of cross-curricular activities and makes recommendations to encourage better relationships, collaboration and cooperation between departments.

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Executive summary
A cause for concern
The structure of this report
*Part one: Science, technology and their relationship
*Part two: The importance and purpose of science and design & technology in the National Curriculum
*Part three: The current relationship between science and design & technology in secondary schools
*Part four: Models for a more productive relationship
*Part five: Recommendations for improving the situation
Appendix: Those instrumental in writing this report

This report was written for the Engineering Council and the Engineering Employers' Federation (EEF) by David Barlex and James Pitt.

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