Investigations for advanced higher biologyNS511

This 3-day course will explore a range of practical and fieldwork activities aligned to the course specification for SQA AH Biology.  Lab techniques outlined within unit 1 will be explored within the context of wider investigations that can be performed in class to engage learners with relevant science...

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...

Practical techniques for recently qualified biologistsNS514

This course aims to offer hands-on opportunities to explore innovative ways of approaching practical work to support the biology curriculum. A variety of biological techniques will be explored. For example, microscopy skills, microbiology techniques, innovative work with enzymes, ecological techniques.To apply for...

Laboratory skills for advanced higher chemistryNS513

In laboratory sessions participants will have hands-on experience of innovative practical work to support learning outcomes in the Advanced Higher Chemistry course. There will be opportunities to explore ideas and techniques suitable to investigative project work at Advanced Higher level. Via the Gap Task there will...

Environmental ScienceNS512

This course will support the delivery of NQ Environmental Science by allowing participants to explore innovative practical work and field work. Assignments have been removed so focus will be on practical work to enhance the curriculum across the course content. The course will include input from the SQA implementation...

Science at Sea – STEM on HMS CarolineNN021

The unique setting for this course is HMS Caroline, a First World War-era naval vessel that has been transformed into a floating museum with a fascinating story to tell. Be immersed in life aboard this unique vessel – lone survivor of history’s greatest naval engagement…. the Battle of Jutland.This...

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...

Curriculum design for secondary school scienceNE209

Discover the key components of a strong secondary school science curriculum.  You will compare different styles of schemes of learning, investigate the evidence base behind different approaches and be able to articulate the choices for your own setting and context. Use your scheme of learning to develop...

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...

From examiners reports to influencing pupil outcomes in scienceRP353

Learn how to effectively use examiners reports to inform the development of your science teachers’ delivery of the curriculum in lessons. You will look at the most recent examiner reports to ensure that changes can be made to teaching schemes to impact the teaching and learning of your current examination...

Managing the practical classroom: secondary scienceNE208

From managing behaviour and fostering positive attitudes, to implementing departmental processes and working with colleagues, you'll explore all aspects of practical activities in the school or college laboratory. You'll consider classroom layouts as well as the use of practical work to maximise learning. You'll also...

Using Mysteries to improve engagement and learning in secondary scienceNW225

A two-day course that will show secondary science teachers how to stimulate curiosity and maintain it through purposeful classroom activities that build pupils’ science skills and knowledge.Using an innovative set of strategies which has been developed in partnership with science educators in many countries...

Hot and cold metal formingNS225

Hot and cold metal forming is the fifth part of a modular course focusing on developing practical skills. These skills are required by teachers and technicians for the successful delivery of metalworking craft activities and aspects of the SQA practical metalworking course.This two day course will involve learning how...

Teaching biology: inspiring students with plant scienceNE206

Students need to be able to apply their understanding of key biological processes to new contexts, and many students find this difficult. By using plants in your scheme of work, you can give your students additional opportunities to practice this skill.This course will help you in improving student learning through...

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...