Teaching science in English schoolsSL733

Understand the context and structure of the education system in EnglandAsk questions and build understanding in a supportive environmentInvestigate the research and background that underpins the English education system

Adaptive teachingNE716

Inthis course, Professor Chris Harrison explains that good teaching is not about individual tuition for 30 students in a class. It’s about making use of good diagnostic assessment and then making a decision about what you need to do over the next few lessons to ensure that all students are challenged in their...

Assessment for learningNE711

“Learners do not always learn what we teach. That is why the most important assessment does not happen at the end of learning, it happens during the learning, when there is still time to do something with what you find out.” - Dylan Wiliam.This self-paced online course will help you ask better questions...

Differentiation for learningNE702

EYFS: Developing children's scientific vocabularyNE265

EYFS: Outdoor learningNE264

This course will help you to develop your outdoor provision within the EYFS and explore a range of strategies to develop pupils' experiences of scientific enquiry.You may also be interested in:EYFS: Working scientificallyEYFS: Science through playEYFS: Developing children's scientific vocabulary

EYFS: Science through playNE263

Explore how play can be linked to science, allowing children to learn about themselves and the world around them, investigate and experience things, and ‘have a go.'You may also be interested in:EYFS: Working scientificallyEYFS: Outdoor learningEYFS: Developing children's scientific vocabulary

EYFS: Working scientificallyNE262

Scientific enquiry plays a central role it plays in developing children’s ideas, skills, knowledge and understanding in a way that sustains their natural curiosity.  In this course you will explore examples of simple activities that will help Early Years children to work scientifically.You may also be...

Feedback for learningNE714

Marking has been identified as an area of excessive workload for teachers, but feedback is crucial for students to improve their understanding.On this course, you’ll explore evidence-based approaches for using written and oral feedback to support student learning without increasing your workload. You’ll...

Linking STEM curriculum learning to careersNE712

Enhance your role as a STEM (science, technology, engineering or mathematics) subject teacher by linking curriculum learning to careers. You will identify how to adapt your STEM curriculum, engaging your students in careers linked to their classroom learning. Learn from experienced educators who have adapted...

Managing behaviour for learningNE700

This online course will help you to be proactive about encouraging good behaviour in your classroom and in responding calmly to poor behaviour. This is a practical course. We will not delve deeply into theory of behaviour, but will focus on what you need to know to manage and improve the behaviour of your...

Planning to maximise learningNE710

As a teacher who wants to promote the learning of your pupils, you'll want to make evidence-informed judgements and apply a range of approaches to respond and adapt teaching during and in between lessons.  Experts in assessment for learning, Emeritus Professor Dylan Wiliam, Dr Chris Harrison and Andrea Mapplebeck...

Primary Design and Technology online course packageNE900

The courses in this package will introduce you to the skills, knowledge and understanding of the different elements of primary design and technology, and support you in developing your expertise across the primary design and technology curriculum. You can take the six courses in this package in any order, and work at...

Teaching climate changeNE213

Developed in partnership with ESERO Ireland and ESERO UK, this course introduces the topic of climate change and the work of the European Space Agency. In this course you’ll explore the difference between weather and climate, as well as how climate is affected by earth process and human factors. You will...

Teaching primary science: exploring spaceNE003

Explore the Moon, Mars and deep space with your primary pupils through practical activities and the exciting context of space exploration when teaching the primary curriculum. Learn about current and future space missions, aiming to explore our solar system and beyond. Discover effective ways in which to engage pupils...