(Hampshire) Subject knowledge for physics teaching: Waves SK101 / W22HA

Start date
20 Oct 22
Duration
20 Hours
Location
Thornden School, Winchester Road, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh SO53 2DW View on Google Map

Summary

The blended learning course supports non-specialist teachers of physics to develop their subject knowledge and pedagogical approaches for teaching waves at Key Stages 3 and 4.

Learning takes place over an 8-week period and includes the following:

  • Full day face-to-face session. 
  • Two online webinars.
  • Supported online study, including activities and quizzes.
  • Face-to-face half day.

Topics covered are wave basics, reflection, refraction, the electromagnetic spectrum, sound waves and mathematical and practical approaches for teaching waves.

Who is the course leader?

  • Sam Taylor

    Secondary Science Teacher (KS3/KS4) - Physics Specialism
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Outcomes

The SKPT blended learning CPD will:

  • develop teaching skills and confidence in delivering lessons that bring physics to life in the classroom
  • consider mathematical problem solving, conceptual challenges, practical work and pedagogical reflections
  • link teachers to a supportive learning network led by experienced physics practitioners.

This course is not available for teachers at independent or fee-paying schools.

Email skpt@ogdentrust.com for further information or if you have any questions.

Sessions

DateTimeLocation
SKPT First face to face session, full day20 October 202209:30-15:30Thornden School
SKPT Final face to face session, half day06 December 202209:30-12:30Thornden School

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Cost

State-funded school or collegeActivity feeFreeSubsidy available*£200.00
Fee-paying school or college (independent)Activity fee£800.00 +VAT

* Your school or college will receive the subsidy on successful completion of the CPD and impact toolkit. Find out more.

Participants from outside the UK will be charged the course fee and an additional £120 per day plus VAT.

Outside the UK? Fee information

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The subsidy value may be higher for your school or college.

Additional information

For courses at the National STEM Learning Centre in York, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course. 

 

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