(Bespoke Exeter) Subject knowledge for physics teaching: Forces SK103B / EX25-26
Summary
This blended learning course, delivered by The Ogden Trust, supports non-specialist teachers of physics to develop their subject knowledge and pedagogical approaches for teaching forces at Key Stages 3 and 4.
Learning takes place over an extended period, normally between 6-8 weeks and includes the following:
- Full day face-to-face session, two face to face twilight sessions and two online webinars.
- Full day (5 hours) on Friday 7th November 9:30 - 3:30
- Twilight session 1 (1.5 hours) on Tuesday 11th November from 3:15pm to 4:45pm
- Twilight session 2 (1.5 hours) on Tuesday 18th November from 3:15pm to 4:45pm
- Supported online study, including activities and quizzes.
- Face-to-face half day
Topics covered are: introduction to forces, deforming forces, frictional forces, Newton’s laws, motion (speed, distance, time), motion (velocity, acceleration, momentum), non-contact forces, forces in action.
Eligibility: This course is only available for qualified teachers in England who do NOT have a physics ITT qualification. This course is for biology, chemistry, science or any other teachers teaching physics at KS3 and/or KS4 outside of their specialist field.Trainee teachers and technicians are NOT eligible to access this course.
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
The SKPT blended learning CPD will:
- develop teaching skills and confidence.
- consider mathematical problem solving, conceptual challenges, practical work and pedagogical reflections.
- delivered in a supportive learning network.
On completion of the course teachers can complete a Subject Knowledge Award accredited by the Institute of Physics.
Email skpt@ogdentrust.com for further information or if you have any questions.
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKPT Full day face to face session | 07 November 2025 | 09:30-15:30 | West Exe School |
| 1 Subject knowledge for physics teaching: Forces | 10 November 2025 | 00:00-00:00 | West Exe School |
| SKPT Half day face to face session | 11 November 2025 | 15:30-16:45 | West Exe School |
Actions
Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity feeFree | Subsidy available*£100.00 |
|---|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£800.00 +VAT | |
* Your school or college will receive the subsidy on successful completion of the CPD and impact toolkit. Find out more. |
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Alternative dates
Stretford High School, Great Stone Road, Stretford, Manchester M32 0XA
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