Secondary science subject leaders conference: Designing a curriculum which leads to progression RC227 / C02
Summary
Explore the key issues affecting secondary science, through a series of presentations and workshops. Network, share and develop ideas and discuss best practice with other secondary science teachers and heads of department.Please see the listings on the right to find more detail about the focus in your locality.
The cost of this conference is £100 for whole school access with a discount to £80 for early booking.
Keynote Speaker - Ant Snowden
Your Science Curriculum – Does it make full use of current evidence based best practice / How well does it reflect its function?
In recent years Ofsted have provided some useful insights into considering the science curriculum, these include:
- Schemata and the importance of clear progression models for skills and concepts both within and between key stages
- the elements of substantive and disciplinary knowledge, and how these two should interrelate in an effective curriculum.
These principles, together with other major research and development projects by groups such as ASE, Gatsby, Salters/University of York Science Education Group provides us with a strong evidence based foundation on which to build and review both our curriculum and classroom practice.
This will help Science Subject Leaders consider how they can be used to support the evolution of your school’s science curriculum.
What topics are covered?
Programme
Workshops will include a choice from:
- Building on prior learning KS2-KS3
- Developing student retention and recall
- Planning for progression in Big Ideas
- Preparation for linear assessment
- Effective diagnostic questioning supporting teaching and learning
- What is disciplinary knowledge and how do I plan for progression in it?
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
You will be able to:
- discuss current good practice in secondary science
- network with colleagues from across your area
- reflect on ways to translate ideas to your school context and plan for action
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary science conference | 04 March 2022 | 08:30-15:30 | Virtual |
Actions
Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£100.00 +VAT |
|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£200.00 +VAT |
Additional information
Would you like this course delivered at your school? Contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to find out more.
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