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...

Supporting learner progression through assessment - for teachers in Wales onlyNW705

Transforming Learning in the Secondary Classroom using Formative Teaching ApproachesNN223

Research evidence consistently shows that formative practices (Assessment for Learning (AfL)) are at the heart of classrooms where deep and meaningful understanding is nurtured, and greater learning gains are made. This course will look at a wide range of hands-on approaches that can be taken away and used immediately...

Transforming Learning through Formative Teaching ApproachesNN225

Research evidence consistently shows that formative practices (Assessment for Learning (AfL)) are at the heart of classrooms where deep and meaningful understanding is nurtured, and greater learning gains are made. This course will look at a wide range of hands-on approaches that can be taken away and used immediately...

Using Cognitive Science Theories to Revolutionise Your TeachingNN227

The use of cognitive science theories is revolutionising teaching as it helps us understand how pupils learn best and informs our planning for effective learning. During this course we will review several notable aspects of cognitive science research that are most relevant to teaching and share how we use this insight...

WOW! Chemistry Demonstrations with Impact - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN230

The event provides an opportunity to gain experience of facilitating demonstrations that go BANG and WHIZZ from the Royal Society of Chemistry, in the fantastic QUB Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Labs and be sign-posted to resources to use in school. The course is also perfect for building the confidence of the...

Chemistry Practical Activities, Calculations and Demonstrations with Impact - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN228

This interactive two-day workshop is an essential addition to the professional development for any early career chemistry teacher or non-specialist chemistry teacher. 

Language and literacy demands of secondary science - theory and practical strategiesNWX222

A virtual course communicating thoughts and ideas in scientific writing requires a subject specific vocabulary and a detailed understanding of how to express those ideas. Many students, including those with an excellent grasp of the knowledge of a particular area of science often struggle to;a) read and understand...

Peat is neat. Teachers in Wales onlyNW706

FOR TEACHERS IN WALES ONLY:A virtual course to celebrate World Wetlands Day, to help you learn on, learn about and learn for these ancient landscapes. Full of cross-curricular activity ideas and information which will help your learners understand their ‘cynefin’ and get them enthused about these fragile,...

Leading secondary scienceSL336

Are you just starting out as head of subject or do you have experience behind you as head of key stage, biology, chemistry or physics? Are you now looking to develop your skills further and strive for continuous improvement in the Head of Science role; to be ‘thriving not surviving’?This course will help...