Teaching primary science: chemistryNE005

Teach primary science effectively by developing your subject knowledge and confidence in key science topics: materials and their properties, states of matter and changes in materials. Through the course, we will demonstrate common misconceptions children may have and show how to identify and overcome them through...

Teaching primary science: electricity, forces, light and soundNE007

Teach primary science effectively by developing your subject knowledge and confidence in science topics. This course will examine key subject knowledge within the physics elements of the primary science curriculum, focusing on the topics of forces, electricity and light. Through the course, we will demonstrate common...

Teaching Programming to 5- to 11-year-oldsCO041

Technicians Christmas Cracker EventSL613

It’s Christmas!!!!!!This winter, you will encounter a variety of Christmas-themed sessions through both science and design & technology so invite your colleagues along to join in the Christmas fun. As always there will be a variety of scientific suppliers (hopefully in Christmas attire) you can chat to and...

Technicians network meetingSL630

Are you a science technician in a school, eager to explore the latest in science education and understand how it impacts your role? Our network meetings are tailored to challenge and support you, offering not just the “what” but also the “how” with practical examples and inspiring case studies...

Technicians supporting post-16 chemistrySL627

Prepping A level chemistry practicals for students can be tricky as you may not have the correct equipment, so in this course the aim to make prepping easy for you, engaging for students and support A level teachers within this subject.The course will look at these standard required practicals and integrate simplified...

Technicians supporting: biology 11-16SL614

Throughout these sessions you will be practising how to prepare equipment which will improve your confidence in this subject. There will be hints and tips on how to easily make biology equipment.

Technicians supporting: chemistry 11-16SL615

Throughout these sessions you will be practising how to prepare equipment which will improve your confidence in this subject and support your teachers. There will be hints and tips on how to easily make chemistry equipment.

Technicians supporting: physics 11-16SL616

Experience a wide range of physics equipment which will enable you to support teachers and create impactful science lessons.The content has been designed to meet the physics curriculum for 11 to 16-year-old students and there will be topics which will motivate students to reach their physics qualifications. Explore a...

Unlocking AI potential for teachersSL954

Generative AI can be a transformative tool for teaching, and can save time on routine tasks. This course will help you understand AI fundamentals and their implications in educaton - and reduce your workload. You'll also find out how to use generative AI models to support adaptive teaching and strategic school...

Using manipulatives to enhance understanding in secondary mathematicsSL459

Research suggests that the use of Manipulatives (including counters, interlocking cubes, Cuisenaire rods, algebra tiles and more) can help to build and deepen understanding of mathematical concepts, and can help students with retention, problem solving and reasoning.This course provides you with hands-on, practical...

Using MyLearning as a Professional Development LeaderFD019

This short course will support you with understanding the functionality of the platform and will explain the rationale behind some of the components that you will find when leading CPD.

Using MyLearning for asynchronous or blended facilitationFD020

This short course will support you with understanding the functionality of the platform, will explain the rationale behind some of the components that you will find when leading CPD and provide you with guidance when supporting course discussions online.

Using Technology in primary scienceSL907

This course introduces a range of digital tools and devices which can be used to support learning in primary science.Explore the importance of digital skills within primary science and their relevance to the subject, especially working scientifically and learn the importance of digital skills when using secondary...

Using technology to support SEND learners in primary schoolsSL904

Technology and digital tools can support SEND learners in many ways. You will explore a range of digital tools to improve accessibility in STEM subject and across the wider curriculum. Including technology for communication, accessibility tools built into to mainstream applications, and apps and websites which support...