Impacts of climate changeRP363

Do you want to understand the impact of climate change? This course investigates the impact of humans on the natural environment. During this course, you will have opportunity to evaluate these causes and consider ways in which you can teach about human impact with your students.

Implementing and enhancing triple science provision for SLT and governorsRP760

Resources provided for this course will demonstrate the benefits for schools and students in delivering the triple science curriculum. Aimed at senior leaders and governors, we will explore the benefits to the school and to offering triple science more widely to a range of pupils, not just the most able. 

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.

Introducing assessment for learningNE711

 Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date.“Learners do not always learn what we teach. That is why the most important assessment does not happen at the end of learning, it happens during the learning, when there is still time to do...

Introduction to algorithms, programming and data for D&T teachers - face to faceCP229

Take your first steps towards teaching programming within Design and Technology, during this two-day course you’ll explore different programming techniques and how to apply them to popular platforms such as VEX, Crumble and Micro:Bit. You’ll consider how use-modify-create can be used in the classroom to...

Introduction to algorithms, programming and data for D&T teachers - remoteCP429

Take your first steps towards teaching programming within Design and Technology, during this course you’ll explore different programming techniques and how to apply them to popular platforms such as VEX, Crumble and Micro:Bit. You’ll consider how use-modify-create can be used in the classroom to...

Introduction to databases and SQLCO225

During this course you’ll learn what databases are and why we use them, exploring how to use SQL to search and manipulate the data. Along the way, you’ll learn about primary keys and table relationships, as well as how to create joins to search multiple tables. In the final week, you’ll finish by...

Introduction to Isaac GCSE computer science - short courseCP352

Isaac GCSE computer science is an exciting, free learning platform, aimed at supporting students with the subject knowledge required for GCSE. During this short course, you’ll learn about the features available on the Isaac GCSE computer science platform, including how to:• create a group (if you have your...

Introduction to Web DevelopmentCO221

Learn the basics of web development. On this course, you will first build a website using HTML and then style it with CSS and make it interactive using JavaScript.Along the way you'll learn about the box model, which describes how websites are laid out by browsers, and about the Document Object Model, which your...

KS3 Curriculum ProgressionRP775

This short course addresses factors to consider when planning an effective KS3 curriculum.  Progression to KS4 is considered as well as initial suggestions of the new Ofsted inspection framework along with other research fndings.  Participants will consider how they might sequence a KS3 curriculum, focusing...

KS4 computing for all - face to faceCP207

Computing is a National curriculum foundation subject and a vital aspect of a broad and balanced curriculum for all learners. Pathways through computing have reduced for some students, however, leading to a narrowing of their future options. GCSE computer science is at the heart of provision for KS4, but evidence...

KS4 science for non-scientistsNY285

For non-scientists starting to deliver key stage 4 science as either a class teacher or in small group support. We will focus on the key principles you need to teach key stage 4 biology, chemistry and physics effectively and explore a range of teaching strategies and practical activities to do this. During the course...

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...

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...

Leading development in your science departmentRP310

This course is designed for science teachers who have the opportunity to lead change in their department. If you are a science curriculum leader or in a position of lead practitioner in your science department and you want to improve the student outcomes in science, then this course is for you.The initial session will...