Finding out what my children know in science SL032 / BA02
Summary
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to assessment. However this course will give primary subject leaders and teachers the opportunity to explore best practice in primary science assessment and a chance to investigate the resources that are available in the wider educational world.
This course is ideal if you want to familiarise yourself with the current expectations around assessment and children’s progress in science. You will explore strategies to assess working scientifically and creative approaches which promote learning as well as providing opportunities for assessment.
Who is it for?
Primary science leaders and primary teachers
What topics are covered?
- Assessment strategies in primary science
- Understand formative and summative assessment approaches
- Assessing working scientifically
- Current updates and expectations in primary science assessment
- Tracking progress
How will you learn?
Immersive 1 day face to face CPD
How long is this course?
1 day
Who is the course leader?
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Tanya Shields
Tanya is the Primary STEM Lead at the National STEM learning centre in York. She works with both primary and secondary professionals to develop...
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Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- explore techniques for assessment for learning in primary science teaching
- describe current assessment and tracking requirements in primary science
- identify good practice in assessment
- discuss strategies to support progression in science
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| 1 Finding out what my children know in science | 30 January 2025 | 09:30-16:30 | Millennium Point |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£280.00 +VAT |
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| 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
Would you like this course delivered at your school? Contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to find out more.
Alternative dates
Beamont Collegiate Academy, Long Lane, Warrington WA2 8PX
National STEM Learning Centre, Siwards Way, York YO10 5DD
Centre for STEM Education, School of Education, University of Herfordshire, Hatfield AL10 9AB
We the Curious, 1 Millennium Square,, Anchor Road, Bristol BS1 5DB
Centre for STEM Education, School of Education, University of Herfordshire, Hatfield AL10 9AB
Beamont Collegiate Academy, Long Lane, Warrington WA2 8PX
Beamont Collegiate Academy, Long Lane, Warrington WA2 8PX
We the Curious, 1 Millennium Square,, Anchor Road, Bristol BS1 5DB
National STEM Learning Centre, Siwards Way, York YO10 5DD
Centre for STEM Education, School of Education, University of Herfordshire, Hatfield AL10 9AB
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