Improving teaching through observationNE253

In this short course you will explore how to use informal lesson observations to help improve teaching and learning in a more proactive way and rethink the approach into a more beneficial experience for everyone. 

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...

Local Nature in Curriculum LearningNE715

This course is delivered as part of the Natural History Museum Explore: Urban Nature Project.Through this self-paced course, you will develop an action plan to confidently run an outdoor investigation with your students on or near your school site. You will evaluate suitable locations, consider how to support...

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...

Managing the practical classroom: secondary scienceNE208

From managing behaviour and fostering positive attitudes, to implementing departmental processes and working with colleagues, you'll explore all aspects of practical activities in the school or college laboratory. You'll consider classroom layouts as well as the use of practical work to maximise learning. You'll also...

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...

SEND: Supporting autistic learners in scienceNE266

This short online course will support you in meeting the needs of your autistic learners in science lessons. By following the principles and trialling the strategies with your own classes, you’ll help your autistic learners with and without a diagnosis.You may also be interested in:

SEND: Supporting learners with ADHD in scienceNE267

This short online course will support you in meeting the needs of learners with ADHD in science lessons. You may also be interested in:

SEND: Supporting learners with dyslexia in scienceNE268

This short online course will support you in meeting the needs of your dyslexic learners in science lessons. You may also be interested in:

SEND: Supporting sight impaired learners in scienceNE269

This short online course will support you in meeting the needs of your sight-impaired learners within your science lessons.You may also be interested in:

Teaching biology: inspiring students with plant scienceNE206

Students need to be able to apply their understanding of key biological processes to new contexts, and many students find this difficult. By using plants in your scheme of work, you can give your students additional opportunities to practice this skill.This course will help you in improving student learning through...

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...

The science of learningNE709

What is learning? How does it work? On this online, self-paced course you try and answer these questions, exploring how you can use the science of learning to inform your teaching and support your students’ learning.Drawing upon educational neuroscience and psychology (and combating neuroscience myths), you will...

Effective computing transition from KS2-3CP415

Transition between primary and secondary schools is a superb opportunity to promote continuity in subjects, there are many opportunities to explore computing as a subject, whilst bridging the gap and fostering relationships with local schools.During this course, you will explore recent evidence on transition and its...

Teaching engineering successfully as an early career teacher (ECT)SL483

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...