Technicians supporting post-16 physicsSL610

This is an in-depth course where you will be diving into the standard required practicals in AQA, OCR and Edexcel exam boards plus experiencing new ways of supporting your teachers in A-Level Physics. The content has been designed to meet the physics curriculum for A-Level students and there will be topics which will...

Technicians supporting post-16 biologySL611

Prepping A-level biology practicals for students can be tricky as you may not have the correct equipment, so in this course the aim is to make prepping easy for you, engaging for your students and supporting your A-level teachers within this subject.  The course will look at the standard required practicals from...

New and Aspiring Senior techniciansSL670

This is a two-day course for new senior technicians and those aspiring to the role. Through interactive sessions participants will gain skills in prep room management, Health and safety requirements to supporting technicians work within the science department.Whether you are a new senior technician or aspiring to the...

Primary design and technology network meetingSL830

STEM Learning’s termly Primary Design and Technology Leadership Network meetings explore good practice within the D&T education and provide excellent professional development.The meetings will help build your confidence to lead D&T effectively. You will be kept up to date with the latest and most...

Technicians supporting KS3 & KS4 ChemistrySL642

Are you a technician looking for help with chemistry practicals? If so, this is the course for you!You'll learn how to support teachers and create impactful science lessons by exploring chemistry practical work. The content has been designed to fulfil the chemistry curriculum for students aged 11-16 and will include...

Developing outdoor science in your primary schoolSL090

Discover how to extend science learning beyond your primary classroom, even in limited outdoor spaces. Through practical examples and discussion, you will gain confidence in planning and delivering curriculum-linked science activities in a variety of outdoor settings—from schools with large green spaces to...

Managing behaviour for learningNE700

This online course will help you to be proactive about encouraging good behaviour in your classroom and in responding calmly to poor behaviour. This is a practical course. We will not delve deeply into theory of behaviour, but will focus on what you need to know to manage and improve the behaviour of your...

UK CanSat competition teacher workshopCP601

This workshop is aimed at teachers who have entered a team into the UK CanSat competition.The first day of the workshop will be made up of the Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection and iteration course and the Raspberry Pi Pico course. Following a day introducing the electronics and technologies that...

Adapted teaching and effective learning interventions in secondary computingCO448

Getting computing education back on track, for all students, is an urgent priority requiring informed planning and implementation. Teaching and learning in computing has been challenging, with some aspects of subject knowledge and skills put under real pressure.This CPD takes the best evidence and practice for...

AI in primary computingCO408

This course will support you in developing a basic understanding of what AI is and how it is used in everyday life, including by primary-aged pupils. You will explore the place of AI in the primary computing curriculum, both in terms of digital literacy and pupil's use of AI. This will involve exploring how AI links...

Developing algorithms and programming in key stage 1CO019

In this course, you deepen your understanding of algorithms and programming within the Key Stage 1 curriculum, providing you with the tools and knowledge to teach these concepts with confidence. Through unpicking the National Curriculum and what the statements look like with younger pupils, you will better understand...

Effective computing transition from key stage 2 to key stage 3CO415

Effective transition between key stage 2 and key stage 3 is essential to build pupils' confidence and maintain their engagement with computing, as well as to ensure continuity with the curriculum.During this course, you will explore the evidence on effective transition and its impact on students’ academic needs...

Object oriented programming (OOP) in A Level computer scienceCO506

Object-oriented programming (OOP) is an approach to systems development that focuses on objects and the way that they interact. The OOP method of programming (or paradigm) is different to the procedural paradigm, which many programmers start out with on their learning journey.During this course you will learn about...

Pathfinding algorithms in A Level computer scienceCO504

Pathfinding algorithms are used to find solutions to a given problem, using the shortest path between a set of points. These problems are commonplace, from satellite navigation systems to internet packet routing. During this course you’ll learn how the Dijkstra’s and A* search algorithms function.You...

Supporting autistic pupils in primary computingCO291

Computing offers great opportunities to autistic young people, but effective teaching and curriculum planning can be challenging. This CPD, developed for teachers of autistic pupils working at primary level in primary schools, special schools and autism units, uses evidence-based approaches and draws on the experience...