Teaching engineering successfully as an early career teacher (ECT) SL483 / BA01
Summary
Develop a range of teaching strategies to help engage and inspire students in engineering. You'll work with highly experienced subject experts to develop your understanding and challenge your thinking in a supportive atmosphere. You’ll receive in-depth support around practical work, dealing with misconceptions and helping you plan for success in your first years of teaching.
Who is it for?
Engineering ECTs (Early Career Teachers), RQTs (Recently Qualified Teachers) or trainee teachers who are teaching Key Stage 3, 4 or 5 for the first time.
This may also be a good introduction to the subject for a non-specialists looking to teach engineering in their setting.
What topics are covered?
- materials,
- manufacturing processes,
- mechanical,
- electrical,
- structural and pneumatic/hydraulic systems
How will you learn?
Immersive 1 day of face to face CPD
How long is this course?
1 day
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
You'll be able to:
- Develop a deeper understanding of the key concepts in engineering
- Support students to make connections and draw conclusions based on their knowledge and understanding
- Develop techniques to help students apply their skills within a practical context.
- Establish a vision for your teaching and explore strategies to maintain resilience as a new teacher
- Experience methods for increasing progress for low attaining students, and methods for promoting positive behaviour
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Teaching engineering successfully as an early career teacher (ECT) | 12 December 2024 | 10:30-17:30 | Bishop Challoner Catholic College |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£280.00 +VAT |
|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£320.00 +VAT |
Participants from outside the UK will be charged the course fee and an additional £120 per day plus VAT.
Additional information
For courses at the National STEM Learning Centre in York, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
Alternative dates
National STEM Learning Centre, Siwards Way, York YO10 5DD
Alexandra Park School, Bidwell Gardens, London N11 2AZ
Beamont Collegiate Academy, Long Lane, Warrington WA2 8PX
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