Market research was conducted to better understand factors affecting young people's decision to study physics at university.

This research informed the re-design of promotional materials for the University of Salford's existing physics degree courses. The physics department at Salford saw an increase in...

This resource provides a general introduction to the Universe starting with the solar system and ending with the way that galaxies are arranged in patterns, the large scale structure of the Universe. The presentation is light on facts, however it aims to introduce general concepts and give a sense of scale to the...

How do animals survive in different habitats? This creative activity is designed to teach 7 to 11 year olds about the concept of adaptation – the process whereby a species evolves characteristics that enable it to survive in a particular habitat. Using the marine environment as an example, children learn about how...

Discover the experiences of one Assistant Head of Mathematics responsible for the delivery of Core Maths within their College, while also having the role of Core Maths Lead for her local cluster.

She has, like many teachers, found Core Maths to be a very different teaching experience compared to other...

This resource can be used to support an electronic handbag project. There are four worksheets that cover the following topics:

• micro-controllers
• exh numbering for neopixels
• the ‘Internet of Things’
• conductive thread circuits

The worksheets are suitable for...

Situated in North Yorkshire, Harrogate Grammar School is a large state mixed comprehensive school, with sixth form provision, run by the Red Kite Learning Trust. The school has over 1800 pupils, with around 550 of these studying in sixth form. As well as being one of the first designated teaching schools in the...

This voiced presentation video gives an overview of the STEM Ambassador Programme along with details about how organisations who support young people’s education can request STEM Ambassadors to support the work they do.

Collisions: extra - chasing the ball!

Inelastic large spin

Scientists at the University of Oxford are investigating different ways that information that we share on social media sites can be used by others. Sometimes the information can be useful, for instance providing information on an unfolding event, but it could be used...

Ball on a tether released (horizontal plane)

Circular motion: vertical ball in hoop (Tim holding)

Collisions: inelastic little spin

Collisions: rebound (v-t)