Chemistry subject knowledge enhancement for non-specialistsRP356

This course is aimed at non-specialists that find themselves teaching chemistry, particularly to GCSE level. During the course, subject knowledge in the seven key topic areas will be covered along with common misconceptions. Strategies will be developed to help with effective teaching of the tricky bits of the...

ECT national conference: Teaching primary scienceNY079

Whether you’re just starting teaching or in your first 5 years of teaching, join us at the STEM Learning Centre in York to develop your ideas and confidence to teach primary science.We’re delighted to welcome a range of subject experts to run keynote sessions and workshops all aimed at providing practical...

Established teachers of A level biologyNY501

Established teachers of A level physicsNY502

Are you looking for ways to develop your A level physics teaching and expand learning opportunities for your students? Perhaps you are leading teaching and learning in physics and looking for fresh ideas or ways to improve engagement, attainment and achievement?You will develop engaging approaches to core topics,...

Understanding the primary science curriculumNY062

Over this 4-day course you will learn how to effectively and confidently deliver the primary science curriculum and build your in-depth subject knowledge. You will also participate in practical tasks aimed at bringing primary science to life.You will discover how to get children to ask and answer scientific questions...

Raising attainment in physics!NS706

The Raising Attainment in Physics course aims to offer opportunities that will support the delivery of BGE, National 4/5, Higher and Advanced Higher Physics.  In laboratory sessions, participants will have hands-on experience of new practical work. Guest input will include the IoP, university lecturers and...

Writing effective CPD content (PDLP Specialist and Support Module)FD017R

This course is for teachers and other educational consultants who are accredited with CPD Quality MarkWriting CPD is challenging; writing for others to deliver effectively, even more so. This short training session looks at evidence-based approaches to CPD, and how to develop impactful content that supports best CPD...

Adaptive teaching in scienceRP271

Wherever you are in your teaching career, this course is designed to help you understand what we mean by adaptive teaching, apply this to the context of the science classroom and identify strategies to support your pupils. We will unpick the difference between differentiation and adaptive teaching, before looking at a...

Small Scale ScienceNY343

Practical work is a crucial and motivating aspect of learning science in a secondary setting. In this course we will explore different ways of developing cheap and simple ways of doing practical work that meets secondary curriculum demands without breaking the budget!Together, we will look at ways of using everyday...

Essential science for primary subject leadersNY068

Investigating the human bodyNS018

Two days of face-to-face professional learning at SSERC in Dunfermline, with a variety of activities to develop knowledge, skills and confidence in teaching about the human body at First and Second Level.  With a focus on the Biological Systems Organiser within CfE, we will explore activities which could be used...

Primary Science: Creating curious mindsNY080

Children question everything wanting to understand the mechanics behind the world they meet. Primary science should nurture this natural curiosity, to develop children’s understanding of the world and teach them essential enquiry skills. It should start the process of inspiring our scientists of the future as...

Introduction to the Science Leadership BenchmarksNX200

The groundbreaking Science Leadership Benchmarks are a framework for good science leadership, supporting the best possible science education for pupils.The seven benchmarks identify what excellent looks like and outlines frameworks split into chunks to help improve provision in schools.This short online webinar will...

New and aspiring heads of scienceNY200

Exploring best practice in primary scienceNY081

This course will explore the latest developments and research in primary science. You will explore the fundamentals of primary science and discover how to implement these in your classroom. You will become familiar with the EEF Report - improving Primary Science and discover strategies and hands on ideas for...