Feedback for learningNE714

Marking has been identified as an area of excessive workload for teachers, but feedback is crucial for students to improve their understanding.On this course, you’ll explore evidence-based approaches for using written and oral feedback to support student learning without increasing your workload. You’ll...

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...

Introduction to primary computing - remoteCP454

Computing in primary schools is a practical, creative, and knowledge-rich subject. This course provides teachers with the knowledge and confidence to get started teaching computing in your school whether you’re an early career teacher, or would like to improve your understanding of how to teach computing.This...

Teaching programming using Scratch and Scratch Jr - remoteCP455

Programming is a key element of the primary computing curriculum. During this one-day professional development, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to teach programming using Scratch and Scratch Jr. You will be introduced to and use the fundamental concepts of sequence, repetition, selection,...

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 key stage 1 computing - module 2 - remoteCP451

Following on from the first module, this CPD aims to give you confidence in teaching the whole of the key stage 1 computing curriculum.Building on your knowledge of computer science, you will dive deeper into digital literacy and information technology. You will take-away engaging ways to use software creatively,...

Teaching key stage 1 computing - module 1 - remoteCP450

Computing is a rich and relevant subject. It includes the foundational knowledge of computer science; the applications of information technology and the implications for digital literacy in the modern world.Computing is a rich and relevant subject. It includes the foundational knowledge of computer science; the...

Support for your science and technology curriculumNW032

This course is for Science & Technology subject leaders in Primary schools and aims to provide assistance in designing a curriculum that meets the needs of the learners whilst also incorporating the new Curriculum for Wales’ key principles, considerations and priorities. Any enquiries, please email...

Introduction to primary computing - face to faceCP004

Computing in primary schools is a practical, creative, and knowledge-rich subject. This course provides teachers with the knowledge and confidence to get started teaching computing in your school whether you’re an early career teacher or would like to improve your understanding of how to teach computing.This CPD...

EP Activity templateEP001

This activity is open to invited ENTHUSE Partnership participating schools/colleges. Those who are eligible will be notified.If you have not been invited but are interested in forming an ENTHUSE Partnership and accessing up to £25,000 worth of support please click here.

Effective middle leadership of STEM curriculum areasRP347

Designed to support middle leaders in their management of STEM curriculum areas, this CPD will develop your understanding of key priorities in STEM subject areas to support the improvement of teaching within your school context.Led by experienced STEM experts, you will be supported to ensure that you have the tools...

Teaching key stage 1 computing - residentialCP001

Teaching computing at key stage 1 presents unique challenges due to the young age of the pupils. You must balance the foundational principles of computing with engaging and age-appropriate teaching methods, whilst also ensuring pupils have the digital skills to access the lessons and devices. In this two day...

Developing and supporting programming within your primary school- face to faceCP003

Programming is large part of the computing curriculum and one which is taught in each year group at primary school. This course will ensure subject leaders are confident in supporting colleagues to understand what primary programming entails; from developing simple algorithms to designing programs to meet specific...

Assessment for learningNE711

“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 something with what you find out.” - Dylan Wiliam.This self-paced online course will help you ask better questions...

Super science and terrific technologyNS006

Through hands-on practical activities we will explore STEM concepts in the context of Curriculum for Excellence. Participants will have the opportunity to develop and encourage STEM skills with learners from early to second level. Participants will be asked to report back on what they have taken from the course and...