Technicians supporting: 11 - 19 biology NY604 / B20
Summary
Biology can often be seen as the science subject with few practicals that are engaging and work successfully. On this comprehensive course we will change that perception through a diverse range of practicals developed by ourselves and others, which will highlight that biology can be taught through exciting and effective practical work.
The content has been designed to fulfill the biology curriculum for 11 to 19 students and will include topics that will inspire pupils to attain in their biology qualifications. The sessions will explore practicals to support teaching and learning and the core practical students have to do.
Sessions will cover topics for key stage 3, GCSE and A level and will include:
- DNA technology
- microbiology (basic and advanced)
- microscopy
- biotechnology (including enzymes)
- ecology
- Physiology: Human health and dissections
- Plant practicals
The course has been developed on five main strands to make sure it is relevant to technicians. These five strands include where to source the equipment, how to set it up, how the practical runs in the classroom, scientific background to the practical and health and safety. A ‘cheap and useful’ session has been developed for this course. This will help you experience and take back to school simple biology equipment.
- successfully implement new biology skills and knowledge acquired on the course
- identify key issues that are essential for effective performance in your role
- communicate with others to implement safe and effective biology practicals in your school or college
- prepare biology practicals from a range of sources, to engage students and others
Who is it for?
What topics are covered?
- DNA technology
- microbiology (basic and advanced)
- microscopy
- biotechnology(including enzymes)
- ecology
- physiology: Human health and dissections
- plant practicals
How will you learn?
How long is this course?
Who is the course leader?
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Helen Rose
In my heart I am a science technician although my passion is for physics. I am Professional Development Leader for technicians and I have been a...
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Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- successfully implement new biology skills and knowledge acquired on the course
- identify key issues that are essential for effective performance in your role
- communicate with others to implement safe and effective biology practicals in your school or college
- prepare biology practicals from a range of sources, to engage students and others
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| Technicians supporting biology: 11-16 - Day 1 face to face | 05 July 2021 | 11:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| Technicians supporting biology: 11-16 - Day 2 face to face | 06 July 2021 | 09:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| Technicians supporting biology: 11-16- Day 3 face to face | 07 July 2021 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
Notes
The National STEM Learning Centre will be following all government guidance and regulations to minimise risk of Covid-19 transmission, including the deep cleaning of our accommodation and teaching rooms and maintaining social distancing during course sessions and meal times.
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Additional information
If the course you would like to attend is fully booked, please contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to express your interest in being added to a waiting list. We will contact you when the course is due to run again.
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