KS3 science for non-scientists NY285 / A21
Start date
13 Sep 21
Duration
4 Days
Location
National STEM Learning Centre, Siwards Way, York YO10 5DD How to find us
Summary
For non-specialists in delivering key stage 3 science. Focus on the key principals needed to teach key stage 3 biology, chemistry and physics effectively through the use of stimulating practical activities and demonstrations.
Focus on what is required to teach science effectively through the use of stimulating practical activities and demonstrations.
Explore and refine your understanding of key topics like energy, cells and chemical reactions. We will look at cutting edge research that will link the learning to students' everyday lives and look at scaffolding the learning to show rapid and sustained progression.
Who is it for?
Non-specialist teachers of science at key stage 3
What topics are covered?
- forces and magnetism
- waves
- energy
- ecosystems
- genes
- chemical reactions and the periodic table
- earth science
- organisms
- matter and the particle model
How will you learn?
This course will be delivered either remotely, face to face at the National STEM Learning Centre in York, or as a blend of both approaches.Please see the 'Scheduled dates' section on the top right hand side of this page to choose the date and delivery mode that suit you best.
How long is this course?
This is a four-day intensive course across two periods.
Who is the course leader?
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Louise Herbert
I am secondary science professional development leader at the National STEM learning centre. I previously taught for over 20 years in
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Outcomes
You will be able to:
- teach Key Stage 3 science confidently by effectively using a range of teaching strategies to assess students’ prior understanding, counter misconceptions and move learning forward
- describe developments in science and how it relates to the topics that are being taught making the science more relevant to learners
- evaluate the impact of a change within your teaching
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KS3 science for non-scientists - day 1 | 13 September 2021 | 11:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| KS3 science for non-scientists - day 2 | 14 September 2021 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| KS3 science for non-scientists - day 3 | 31 March 2022 | 11:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| KS3 science for non-scientists - day 4 | 01 April 2022 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
Notes
This is a residential course, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
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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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