Effective ways to identify pre- and misconceptions in scienceNE250

There is a large body of research that highlights the importance of identifying students’ current ideas and views of phenomena, if we are to identify their learning boundary, and support them in developing and moving forward their conceptual understanding. It is therefore important to take time to identify...

Space - Our Place in the UniverseNN701

Get access to the UK Space Conference in Belfast and join us for a day of CPD through the lens of space. The European Space Education Office (ESERO-UK) and Deliberate Learning are partnering to bring you a full day of CPD, using teaching resources developed specifically for the Northern Ireland Curriculum.The CPD and...

Drug Development and the Principles of Scientific Investigation *Northern Ireland Teachers ONLY*NN711

An interactive workshop for teachers of CCEA's A-Level in Life and Health Science looking at scientific investigations and the work-up of a drug. The workshop will consist of:A morning session from the Royal Society of Chemistry, with opportunities for hands-on experience of six scientific investigations suitable for...

Titanic Science *Northern Ireland Teachers ONLY*NN712

The course will provide activities and guidance to support schools to enrich the teaching of STEM subjects using the context of the Titanic. Follow the construction and journey of the ship, and delve into the more recent exploration of the wreck using hands on practical investigations linked directly to the WAU...

UK Space Conference and Teacher CPDNN702

Get access to the UK Space Conference in Belfast and join us for a day of CPD through the lens of space. The European Space Education Office (ESERO-UK) and Deliberate Learning are partnering to bring you a full day of CPD, using teaching resources developed specifically for the Northern Ireland Curriculum. The CPD and...

Leading practical workNE260

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Leading collaboration in curriculum planningNE261

This course will support you in leading collaborative curriculum planning in a way that values people’s professional views and existing expertise.  You will develop an implementation plan, explore tools to help you to decide on your priorities, enage your team in agreeing a curriulum vision and plan to use...

Supporting GCSE computer science students at grades 1-3CP478

This evidence-based CPD aims to raise knowledge amongst teachers of how to achieve the most out of your students, working towards grades 1 – 3 in GCSE computer science. Whether you’re already teaching computer science or completely new to the subject, this course is designed to support your understanding...

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 (you may be eligible for a subsidy for this course) and the Raspberry Pi Pico course. Following a day...

Physics for non-specialists - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN513

The course will explore the big ideas which, underpin physics as well as common misconceptions. Teaching approaches will be used that can be applied immediately to the classroom which, help to elicit pupils’ thinking and move them towards the correct scientific understanding.

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.

Sun, Sea and STEMistry!NN512

On day 1, participants will rotate around more than 10 practicals and work with other coordinators and PGCE students to propose ways to embed the practicals into WAU thematic units. On day 2, participants will showcase one science lesson and how they disseminated good practice with other WAU coordinators.

Chemistry for non-specialists - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN514

Using established knowledge on how these concepts can be taught successfully, as well as common misconceptions, course participants will learn strategies for immediate classroom use.

Improving teaching through observationNE253

In this short course you will explore how to use informal lesson observations to help improve teaching and learning in a more proactive way and rethink the approach into a more beneficial experience for everyone. 

Improving the use of impact assessment tools in CPD deliveryFD030R

This PDLP Specialist and Support module will focus on improving the use of impact and assessment tools in CPD delivery. We will look at ways in which the return rate of impact and assessment tools from participants can be improved, and how impact and assessment data can be used to improve and refine delivery of CPD.