[Design and Technology] Combined classes VCE Unit 1/2 & 3/4 together

[David Pitt]

Hi Brains Trust!

I'm in a situation for the 2nd year in a row where I am combining classes at my current school, in order to enable the subject to run on numbers available.  Ideally, long-term, I'd be in a position not to, of course, but these things take time.

Seeking feedback from those who have been in this situation around the best way to manage instructional time and coursework, and things you may have done in the past.

Generally, given the need for Unit 1/2 students to complete two complete design processes with accompanying practical work, while the Unit 3/4 have a single SAT over a longer period, I found it quite hectic and difficult to implement.  Specifically: supervision, direct instruction on machinery, and observation of folio work on both parties was naturally compromised, and as we do not hold a technician to the DT space who is qualified to supervise in this capacity, hard to know how to move forward to improve same.

Has anyone been in the situation and have game-changing tips and tricks for me to make my (rather hectic) classroom better for next year?

Cheers!

David Pitt Head of Department - Design Technology.
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