The Primary Science Annual Conference: Preparing for the futureNY075

The National Curriculum for science aims to equip children with ‘the scientific knowledge required to understand the uses and implications of science, today and for the future.’ Preparing for the future in primary science can take on many faces. Whether it is preparing children to understand a...

Ofsted: A Focus on Secondary Science – dispelling myths, sharing insights….NB226

In this webinar HMI Eleanor Belfield, Ofsted Science Subject Lead, will draw out key messages from the published science subject report, ‘Finding the Optimum’. She will invite participants to reflect on the findings and what they mean for schools as they continue to address the challenges following the...

Ofsted: A Focus on Primary Science – dispelling myths, sharing insights….NB026

In this webinar HMI Eleanor Belfield, Ofsted Science Subject Lead, will draw out key messages from the published science subject report, ‘Finding the Optimum’. She will invite participants to reflect on the findings and what they mean for schools as they continue to address the challenges following the...

Effective GCSE practical work: PhysicsNY318

Effective GCSE practical work: physics will provide you with a range of both practical and pedagogical experience to support practical work in your department. You will build the disciplinary knowledge required to teach practical work and investigate a joined-up approach to progression  across the curriculum. We...

Reaching for grade 9 in science: key ideasSL272

Investigate some of the evidence-informed key strategies to use when teaching students with higher prior attainment who are aiming for a grade 9 in science. Take the chance to ask questions in a supportive environment and reinforce or challenge your existing practice. You may then be interested in developing your...

Improving primary science teaching - what really works?SL019

Explore the latest developments and research in primary science and discover strategies to improve teaching that really work.  Develop your understanding of best practice in primary science through exploring the fundamentals of an effective science education and uncover how to implement these in your classroom....

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

Using Technology in primary scienceSL907

This course introduces a range of digital tools and devices which can be used to support learning in primary science.Explore the importance of digital skills within primary science and their relevance to the subject, especially working scientifically and learn the importance of digital skills when using secondary...

Managing the practical classroomSL214

Do you struggle with implementing behaviour management strategies in a laboratory where students are moving around and with science equipment and chemicals? Discover how to develop strong routines and classroom management techniques to help prevent behaviour incidents and ensure health and safety is at the forefront....

Health and safety for science departmentsSL253

Science has a generally excellent safety record in schools and colleges, but good, effective health and safety planning is essential. A pragmatic, risk based approach needs to be taken, based on evidence and with the cooperation of all staff and students.This course, aimed at Heads of Department, senior technicians...

Object oriented programming (OOP) in A Level computer scienceCP516

Object-oriented programming (OOP) is an approach to systems development that focuses on objects and the way that they interact. The OOP method of programming (or paradigm) is different to the procedural paradigm, which many programmers start with on their learning journey.During this course you will learn about...

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...

Assessment for learning through practical workNE251

This course will examine key strategies for formative assessment which can be integrated and utilised as part of practical science to evidence the development of students’ inquiry competences and skills. By gathering evidence at the point of learning you can make judgements about what the evidence shows and act...

Curriculum design for secondary school scienceNE209

Discover the key components of a strong secondary school science curriculum.  You will compare different styles of schemes of learning, investigate the evidence base behind different approaches and be able to articulate the choices for your own setting and context. Use your scheme of learning to develop...