STEM Club bespoke CPDGX105

The workshop explores the key considerations of running a STEM club. It will focus on identifying the factors needed to support club progress and develop a club improvement plan that aids student learning, engages senior management, and provides a firm foundation to strengthen, advance and revitalise the aims of your...

New to computing pathway for Maths teachers - face to faceCP277

Starting a STEM Club in a primary schoolSC002

STEM Clubs are proven to enrich pupil learning, understanding and enjoyment of STEM subjects, helping to improve skill sets through fun and creative extra-curricular sessions. The workshop explores best practice, ideas, opportunities, hints, tips and advice that will assist new and experienced primary school club...

Exploring the outdoors with the early years foundation stageNY060

Outdoor learning and play is widely acknowledged as being very beneficial to children’s early development. Taking children outdoors offers unique experiences to enhance their existing skills and knowledge and develop those important characteristics of effective learning. It offers them more opportunities to...

UK CanSat competition teacher workshop SY200

This workshop is aimed at teachers who have entered a team into the UK CanSat competition. The first day of the workshop will be made up of the Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection and iteration course (you may be eligible for a bursary for this course) and the Raspberry Pi Pico course   Following...

Makey makey maker spaceNS008

This course will provide the opportunity and resources for hands on practical exploration to build confidence in using the Makey Makey. We will look at simple code and design projects, then will look at how the Makey Makey can be used to design and develop creative approaches to interdisciplinary projects. We will...

Microbit smart homeNS007

This course includes practical workshops to build confidence using the micro:bit. It will develop the skills needed, and be provided with the resources to facilitate and run a smart home project back at school.To apply for this course please contact SSERC directly (enquiries@sserc.scot ) who will forward you the...

Meet micro:bit v2NS011

This course will provide an introduction to computer science covering First and Second level evidencing why it is so important for our learners.  It will provide practical workshops introducing and using Micro:bit version 2, allowing delegates to explore the purpose of a Micro:bit, how to programme the Micro:bit...

Physics blended learningNS704

This Physics Blended Learning course aims to offer opportunities that will support the delivery of National 4/5, Higher and Advanced Higher Physics. Delegates will be sent science equipment which will be used in the online practical sessions. Online sessions, preparatory work and optional self-study sessions are...

Stem challenges for first and second levelNS015

This course covers a progression of STEM Challenges, suitable for Primary and ASN staff working with learners at First and Second Level.  Through experiential learning, staff will consider how to integrate STEM Challenges across the curriculum in their own settings and provide support for colleagues.The course...

Science for secondary probationersNS203

This course will build on the practical experiences provided by the Scottish Universities Science School, which is attended by the vast majority of science teachers in their initial teacher education year in Scotland, and offer further opportunities to consolidate and enhance professional networks.Through this...

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...

Computer systems and networking for GCSE computer science - residentialCP294

Throughout this two day residential, you’ll go deep into understanding computer systems and networking. During the first day you’ll explore how the input – process – output (IPO) model works within a computer system; how both input and output devices are used and the different types of storage...

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,...

Making an impact in EYFS: Science as an enabling environment for early literacy skillsRP027

Science in EYFS is all about ‘Understanding the World’.  Discover how it provides a rich context full of awe, wonder and curiosity where children can develop valuable skills of literacy, language and communication.  Develop your understanding of how adult interactions and stimulating environments...