Inspiring post-16 biology NY501 / A16
Summary
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As a subject, biology challenges students and teachers alike to deal with fast-moving and ethically sensitive topics. New practical techniques, uses of ICT, active and context based learning strategies can help students find tricky subjects inspiring.
The course aims to help you:
- develop engaging approaches to core topics such as: molecular genetics, plant biology and ecology
- demonstrate How Science Works
- apply your learning through supported action research.
This is a residential course, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course. Course fees vary for participants outside the UK. Please contact enquiries@stem.org.uk for more information.
Outcomes
You will be able to:
- implement inspiring strategies for topics which typically challenge students’ interest and engagement and/or include rapidly developing science
- describe developments in some key areas of contemporary biology
- form a focused action plan to apply their learning
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspiring post-16 biology - Day 1 | 08 March 2017 | 10:30-19:30 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| Inspiring post-16 biology - Day 2 | 09 March 2017 | 09:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| Inspiring post-16 biology - Day 3 | 10 March 2017 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| Inspiring post-16 biology - Day 4 | 05 June 2017 | 10:30-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| Inspiring post-16 biology - Day 5 | 06 June 2017 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
Notes
ENTHUSE Awards
ENTHUSE Awards are bursaries which are available to teachers, lecturers, teaching assistants and technicians from state funded schools, academies or colleges across the UK. ENTHUSE Awards contribute towards the costs of attending world-class continuing professional development (CPD) provided by the National Science Learning Centre.
Shortly after your application you will be emailed a link to the electronic Impact Identifier and ENTHUSE Award application form. Simply complete this form to apply for your bursary. For further information see our ENTHUSE Awards page
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