New to A level biology NY250 / A18

Start date
4 Oct 18
Duration
4 Days
Location
National STEM Learning Centre, University of York, York YO10 5DD How to find us

Summary

Are you new to teaching A level Biology? Do you have sound subject knowledge but want to strengthen your delivery to provide a stimulating and challenging learning experience for your students?

Biology is a fast changing subject which involves the teaching of ethically sensitive subjects. Through the development of new practical techniques, use of ICT activities and context based learning strategies this course will provide a foundation for those with little or no experience of teaching A level biology.

You will meet researchers raising awareness of contemporary biology applications and careers.

This is a residential course, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.

Outcomes

You will be able to:

  • develop engaging approaches to core topics such as: molecular genetics, plant biology and ecology
  • describe examples of contemporary biology and the vocational routes that biologists take
  • action plan to extend and apply your learning

Sessions

DateTimeLocation
New to A level biology Day 104 October 201810:00-19:00National STEM Learning Centre
New to A level biology Day 2 05 October 201809:00-16:00National STEM Learning Centre
New to A level biology Day 304 February 201910:00-19:00National STEM Learning Centre
New to A level biology Day 405 February 201909:00-16:00National STEM Learning Centre

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