Secondary science NQT conference RA327 / E01
Summary
A packed day of CPD designed to meet the needs of all. Select from a range of workshops throughout the day, ranging from subject specific sessions, working scientifically, maths in science, stretch and challenge, literacy in science and the role of the wider STEM community.
The key note speaker, David Shakespeare, will explore "Conveying enthusiasm and developing self-awareness as a science teacher" in a hands on start to the day.
Outcomes
You will be able to:
- explore a range of strategies to convey enthusiasm and develop self-awareness as a science teacher
- use a range of strategies to encourage extended writing in science
- develop subject knowledge and pedagogical approaches to teaching maths in science
- identify the skills underpinning core practicals in the new GCSE, developing key stage 4 knowledge and teaching approaches
- understand a range of strategies to stretch and challenge students to maximise progress
- gain awareness of the STEM opportunities available locally through the STEM Ambassador Hub
- network and establish links with colleagues across the region
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary science NQT conference | 01 November 2017 | 09:00-16:00 | Venue address |
Notes
9:00am – 9:30am
Refreshments and registration
9:30am – 9:45am
Welcome and Introductions
9:45am – 11am
Keynote speaker: David Shakespeare
Conveying enthusiasm and developing self-awareness as a science teacher
You care about the science you teach and how your students learn - so how do you show this in lessons? This session will explore ways to develop greater self-awareness of your communication and behaviour while teaching science, to try and develop your students’ enthusiasm for learning science.
11:00am – 11:15am
Refreshments
11:15am – 12:15pm
Workshop 1a
Working scientifically in the new chemistry GCSE
Focusing on core practicals, we will unpick the skills underpinning working scientifically and explore effective teaching approaches.
Workshop 1b
Enhancing literacy and developing ideas for extended writing in science
Consider how to encourage your students to turn short sentences into extended pieces of writing through the use of teaching
approaches used to teach key stage 4 English
12:20pm – 1:20pm
Workshop 2a
Working scientifically in the new biology GCSE
Focusing on core practicals, we will unpick the skills underpinning working scientifically and explore effective teaching approaches.
Workshop 2b
Stretch and challenge
Explore a range of strategies that can effectively be utilised to ensure challenge for all students, including high attainers.
1:20pm – 2:00pm
Lunch & STEM community library
Network over lunch and find out more about what the STEM community has on offer, including STEM Ambassadors, exam boards, ASE and much more.
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Workshop 3a
Working scientifically in the new physics GCSE
Focusing on core practicals, we will unpick the skills underpinning working scientifically and explore effective teaching approaches.
Workshop 3b
Maths in science
Explore a range of strategies to effectively teach maths in science whilst developing your own subject knowledge. Learn tricks and tips from an established head of science.
3:00pm – 3:45pm
STEM enrichment and support: STEM Ambassador Hub team
Discover what the STEM Ambassador Hub team could offer you and your students
3:45pm – 4:00pm - Action planning and evaluations
Booking options and prices:
- 1. One day conference, Wednesday 1st November, £85 per delegate
- 2 .One day CPD: Developing subject knowledge in Chemistry, Wednesday 29th November,
£195.00 per delegate (maintained schools), £350.00 per delegate (non-maintained schools)
- 3. One day CPD: Developing subject knowledge in Physics, December 2017,
£195.00 per delegate (maintained schools), £350.00 per delegate (non-maintained schools)
- 4. Two day CPD: Developing subject knowledge (chemistry + physics), Dates as above
£300.00 per delegate (maintained schools), £350.00 per delegate (non-maintained schools)Saving of £100!
- 5. One day conference + 2 day CPD: Developing subject knowledge in chemistry and physics
£350.00 per delegate (maintained schools)
£700.00 per delegate (non-maintained schools)
Saving of £135!
Please contact Natalie Hewitt, n.hewitt@gmslp.co.uk to discuss booking options and pricing. Cluster prices are also available on request.
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Cost
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£85.00 +VAT |
|---|---|
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£85.00 +VAT |
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