MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
News Release (272/2007) issued by The Government News Network on 20
November 2007
A new web-based
learning programme for schools was launched today by Defence
Minister Derek Twigg.
Defence Dynamics is an on-line resource for teachers that will
offer an interactive library of material for lessons on many
subjects in the core curriculum. From the protection of
sustainable fish stocks to the maths involved in navigating a fast
jet, children can study core subjects using fresh and exciting
examples based on real events, and at the same time broaden their
awareness and understanding of the role of defence in society.
Mr Twigg today saw Defence Dynamics in action today at St.
Joseph's School, Beulah Hill, London, as he took part in
lessons based around Defence Dynamics.
Mr Twigg said:
"The defence community makes a profound, positive
contribution to today's young people every day. Every year we
engage with young people across the UK: from individual mentoring
to outdoor pursuits, sport, and of course, with the Cadets.
"I want to see defence making a bigger contribution to young
people's academic development. That's why I am delighted
to officially launch Defence Dynamics today."
St Joseph's School has trialled Defence Dynamics for three
months and say that it has helped to bring the subjects to life.
More than five thousand teachers have already registered to use
Defence Dynamics.
Notes to Editors
1. Defence Dynamics meets all curriculum and examination board
requirements. Lessons have been written in conjunction with
practising teachers and with support from staff at Qualifications
and Curriculum Authority (QCA) and Department for Children,
Schools and Families (DCSF). Lesson content is based on current
examination syllabuses for all UK Exam Boards. It is flexible in
use to allow for a wide ability range of students.
2. By next month, Defence Dynamics will feature 40 complete
lesson plans and accompanying stimulus materials for GCSE (and
equivalent level) students across three core subjects - Science,
Maths, English - plus Geography. There are also two whole-school
assembly plans provided for Personal, & Social Health
Education (PSHE) teachers.
3. Imagery and lesson plans can be downloaded at http://www.defencedynamics.mod.uk.
4. For further information visit http://www.mod.uk.