Super science and terrific technologyNS006

Through hands-on practical activities we will explore STEM concepts in the context of Curriculum for Excellence. Participants will have the opportunity to develop and encourage STEM skills with learners from early to second level. Participants will be asked to report back on what they have taken from the course and...

Welding skillsNS701

Welding skills is the fourth part of a modular course focusing on developing practical skills. These skills are required by teachers and technicians for the successful delivery of metalworking craft activities and aspects of the SQA practical metalworking course.This two day course will involve learning how to safely...

Safety in microbiology for schoolsNS202

The course offered here has been trialed and rated by the Scottish Qualification Authority within the Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework. Microbiology for Schools is a practical course with associated written and practical assessments.  In addition, attendance and completion of this courses will enable...

Post 16 chemistry subject knowledge enhancement: redoxRX076

Develop the background subject knowledge required to help planning and teaching chemistry for key stage 5. This course will help you to prepare for teaching the topic of redox reactions and will focus on the subject knowledge needed to teach the content. You will explore ways of building student understanding, taking...

Post 16 biology subject knowledge enhancement: energy for biological processesRX075

Develop the background subject knowledge required to help planning and teaching physics for key stage 5. This course will help you to prepare for teaching the topic of electricity and will focus on the subject knowledge needed to teach the content. You will explore ways of building student understanding, taking into...

Understanding algorithms for KS3 and GCSE computer science - residentialCP293

Throughout this two day residential, you’ll go deep into understanding algorithms. During the first day you’ll explore how to accurately read and construct algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode. You’ll explore the knowledge required up to and including GCSE; including how to use the core...

Primary Science. Make it Fit, Make it Fun, Make it Flexible - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN034

The course will support teachers in identifying strategies and activities which will improve the teaching and learning of science, cover curriculum requirements and enhance contemporary WAU topics. It will comprise of one day face-to-face and one day of remote learning.

A level mathematics and A level physics working collaborativelyNY508

This is a collaboration between STEM Learning and the Advanced Mathematics Support Programme (AMSP). There is significant overlap between the A level mathematics and the A level physics specifications. In this course, we bring together two teachers from the same school/college: one with experience of teaching A...

Formative assessment – planning to maximise learningRX049

This course combines the benefits of two modes of learning: Direct support and interaction with the course leader and other teachers across four remotely delivered sessions, where you will have the opportunity to discuss and reflect on key concepts.Self-paced online learning, including real classroom footage, and...

Data analysis programming projectsNC203

Data science is a growing profession, and an important skill set for further study and careers in STEM. It provides an opportunity for students to develop interdisciplinary skills, while undertaking valuable programming projects that ignite their interest. For experienced teachers of A-Level Computer Science,...

An introduction to the mathematical requirements of T Level ScienceRX066

Are you looking to develop your students' mathematical competencies in T Level* Science? These short courses, part of a suite designed to support the teaching of the general mathematics competences in the T Level Science (and Health/Healthcare Science) specifications, develops general mathematics competencies.This...

Understanding the statistical tests in T Level ScienceRX067

Are you looking to develop your students' understanding of statistical tests in T Level* Science? These short courses form a suite of CPD designed to provide you with a deeper understanding of the statistical tests required in T level Science.This suite of short professional development courses has been developed to...

Teaching A level chemistry for the first timeRP530

Are you teaching KS5 chemistry for the first time? Perhaps you have been teaching it for a few years and are now looking for some new ideas to tackle the most common misconceptions and to get the most out of practical work? This course will improve your confidence in the subject and help you maximise the outcomes for...

Cutting edge science: genomicsRP487

This inspirational course will enable teachers to understand the latest developments at the cutting edge of genomics research and bring this back to the classroom. You will hear from lead scientists about their research, participate in hands-on practical activities and receive expert guidance on how to link genomics...

CLEAPSS Health & safety management for heads of scienceRP636

The main emphasis of this one-day course is on management issues and risk assessment. It is intended for Heads of Science, their deputies, heads of physics, chemistry and biology and those aspiring to such posts.The objectives for the day are:Raise awareness of current and significant safety issues in science teaching...