The Design and Technology subject, which was previously dominated by male students, underwent a significant transformation in our school starting from the academic year 2001. The traditional separation of male and female students in classes was replaced by co-educational instruction, breaking down the gender boundaries and establishing a holistic education approach. This change greatly enhanced students' balanced development in various aspects and increased their interest in learning across different fields.

 

Additionally, our school received funding of over half a million dollars from the Quality Education Fund (QEF2000/1639), which was used to transform a portion of the existing metalworking workshop into a multimedia computer-aided design room. The aim was to align with the new Design and Technology curriculum, strengthen students' learning motivation and interest, and equip them with knowledge in this area to prepare for future tertiary education. This improvement also enhanced the teaching effectiveness and quality of the teachers, significantly improving instructional outcomes.

Moreover, by utilizing computers to solve design and technology challenges, students' expressive abilities were enhanced. After months of preparation, the computer-aided design room was officially launched in April 2002. Within a short span of two months, the number of individuals using the design room computers exceeded three hundred, indicating the popularity of computer-aided instruction among students. Furthermore, our school successfully applied for funding (2003/0227) from the Quality Education Fund in 2003 to acquire a laser cutting machine, providing high-quality teaching for junior secondary students. In 2008, our school established a campus television station with funding from the Quality Education Fund (2006/0074). To support the development of the campus television station, our school introduced digital editing courses in Form 3. By utilizing digital multimedia as a tool, students were provided with opportunities for multi-faceted learning, such as video shooting and digital editing, fostering their diverse development and cultivating their interests. In 2013, our school successfully applied for funding (2013/0095) from the Quality Education Fund to introduce a 3D printer into the curriculum, enabling students to receive comprehensive technological education and stay up-to-date.

 

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