Teaching primary science: getting started NE708 / C18
Summary
Online course. Three hours per week. Three week duration
Develop your confidence to tackle practical science in the primary classroom. Perfect for those who are new to teaching primary science or those who would like to develop their skills. We will support you to explore a range of techniques to deliver primary science in an engaging and practical way. Explore the different types of enquiry and learn how to embed them in science teaching. You will trial activities and think about the impact they have upon the learning of your pupils.
You will look at:
- managing practical science in the primary classroom
- resourcing practical science easily
- identifying types of enquiry
- embedding practical science in planning
- exploring activities which spark curiosity
- developing thinking and reasoning skills
Primary science is the first opportunity to develop your pupils’ curiosity in the world. It is the starting point for building their science capital and studies suggest that by engaging pupils in practical work frequently, they will have a greater understanding and enjoyment of science.
Outcomes
You will be able to:
- develop confidence in carrying out practical science for 5-11 year olds
- explore ideas for effective practical work in primary science
- recognise the types of enquiry and when to use them
- investigate activities which engage children in learning about science
- create opportunities for developing thinking and reasoning through science
Notes
Notes
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity feeFree |
|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity feeFree |
Additional information
Would you like this course delivered at your school? Contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to find out more.
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