From raindrop to kettleNW226

This one day course will provide practitioners with the skills and knowledge to teach elements of the ICT, numeracy, literacy, ESDGC, science, history and geography curricula using the Rivers Dee and Tryweryn as examples.Topics covered will include river systems, water resource management, flooding and man’s...

Introduction to Encryption and CryptographyCO220

Discover the history of encryption and learn how it's used in the modern world. On this course, you will learn about what encryption is and understand its use in the past by using the Caesar and Vigenère ciphers. You will also look at the present and future of encryption and investigate both symmetric and...

Programming 101: An Introduction to Python for EducatorsCO207

On this course, you’ll explore programming in Python. You’ll discover basic programming concepts, learning how to understand the basics of python syntax and interpret error messages.Ultimately, you’ll use your new coding skills to create your first program - which will be able to solve a simple...

The Big D&T MeetSL703

The Big D&T Meet is designed by a team of teachers for you.  A truly collaborative event for design and technology teachers and technicians,  from Primary through to Secondary and FE. The Big D&T Meet offers workshops, networking, and resource-sharing to enhance teaching practices, providing fresh...

Diagnostic assessment for GCSE computer science - short courseCP412

Technicians supporting GCSE biology core practicalsSL650

This GCSE required core practical course is designed for technicians prepping and supporting teachers in the science department. You will investigate each of the core biology practicals resulting in increasing your technical subject knowledge which includes any H&S topics. You will be able to network with other...

Chemistry for non-specialists - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN514

Using established knowledge on how these concepts can be taught successfully, as well as common misconceptions, course participants will learn strategies for immediate classroom use.

Effective leadership in scienceNW224

Develop a toolbox of leadership ideas, which you will be able to draw on immediately and in the future to help you maximise the impact you can have in your role as a science leader in school.You will explore how leaders can:create a vision for science teaching and learning that will motivate your teamgrow and bring...

Essential Skills for Science TechniciansNN710

This course is designed to provide science technicians, particularly those new to the role, with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to manage an efficient and effective prep room in your school. With a focus on key responsibilities, such as prep room organization, health and safety, and supporting...

Finding the Fun in the Fundamentals of Science in the WAU - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN035

As part of a tailored three-day course for KS2 teachers, specific science topics ranging from electricity to the human body will be covered in an interactive and fun way. Teachers will attend two in person sessions (day 1 and 3) where they will receive access to a range of resources, activity ideas and helpful tips....

Improving Pupils’ Memory and Understanding in Science - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN515

The ideas in this course will be linked to the research literature that underpins how best to support pupils’ to build knowledge and strengthen their memory, as well strategies they can use to help them make connections and deepen their understanding of science. Time will also be given to help plan next steps.

Laboratory science national 5NS700

 A new course, Skills for work: laboratory science national 5, has recently been introduced into schools and colleges in Scotland. This course offers participants the opportunity to explore laboratory procedures and practices which can be used in delivery across the Laboratory science national 5 course. Combined...

Physics for Non SpecialistsNN224

This course is designed to help non-specialists who are teaching physics to increase confidence in their own physics subject knowledge, as well as providing a range of ideas for how to teach topics with pupils. The course will unpick key concepts and provide teaching approaches linked to a range of fundamental physics...

Physics for non-specialists - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN513

The course will explore the big ideas which, underpin physics as well as common misconceptions. Teaching approaches will be used that can be applied immediately to the classroom which, help to elicit pupils’ thinking and move them towards the correct scientific understanding.

Responsive teaching in STEMNW703

How can you find out and respond to what pupils do and do not know so that all pupils are challenged, engaged, motivated, active and move forward in their learning?This hands-on two-day course will draw on best formative practices from research. Explore a range of classroom activities that can be taken away and used...