Biodiversity RH475 / A01
Summary
Biodiversity is one of the main areas of cutting edge research as the impact of climate change is affecting life on our planet. Biodiversity is the term given to the variety of life on Earth. It is the variety within and between all species of plants, animals and micro-organisms and the ecosystems within which they live and interact.
This is a wide overarching topic that crosses over with taxonomy/classification, genomics, ecology, sampling techniques, invasive species, conservation, evolution, bioinformatics, epidemiology, genetic engineering and genetically modified foods, climate change, the impact of humans, modelling and global sustainability.
It is an excellent topic to discuss the social, moral and ethical issues in relation to the impact of humans on the biodiversity of the planet.
Outcomes
Participants will be able to:
• develop and update their knowledge by engaging with scientists involved in cutting edge research
• use authentic contexts for the effective delivery of science content, and to deepen understanding of how science works, including controversies and ethical issues
• engage with active and inspiring teaching approaches and learning activities
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| Biodiversity | 11 July 2018 | 09:00-15:30 | Central |
Notes
Thanks to funding from the Research Councils UK (RCUK), all CPD which is part of the Bringing Cutting Edge Research into the Classroom programme qualifies for a bursary of up to £180 per day.
With funding and support from Research Councils UK, the Bringing Cutting Edge Research into the Classroom programme has been created with leading scientists to support the teaching of STEM subjects at GCSE and A level, delivered via the National STEM Learning Centre and Network, and working in partnership with leading researchers at the cutting edge of contemporary science.
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Cost
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| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£210.00 +VAT | |
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£210.00 +VAT | Subsidy available*£180.00 |
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