Heads of Science secondary conference Worcester RC227 / B14
Summary
Join us for this Heads of Science conference and select from a variety of workshops and engage in practical activities in the afternoon.
Morning sessions will include updates on the national picture, workshops on Key Stage 3 assessment, and input from the exam boards.
Afternoon sessions will include opportunities for hands-on practical Biology delivered by University staff from the School of Science and the Environment, in addition to other relevant CPD. See below for further details of the course programme.
Keynote speaker:
Dr Steve Coles - “How I became a Cancer Research Scientist” Dr Coles will cover some of his background along side his current cutting edge research in the filed of cancer research.
Morning sessions will include workshops on Key Stage 3 assessment, and feedback from exam boards.
Afternoon sessions will include opportunities for hands-on practical Biology in addition to other relevant CPD including:
Dr Susanna Prankel - Practical biomechanics and its applications in biology and beyond - Dr Prankel would demonstrate two 3D motion capture systems - similar to those used for animations in the film/advert industry - and use of pressure plates within the University's custom built motion research lab. This session will link to biology, physics and PE curricula with potential for application beyond.
Dr Mike Wheeler – Bioinformatics – This will involve a demonstration of how you can use easily available data and user-friendly web based tools to demonstrate evolutionary relationships by building phylogenetic trees.
Dr Amy Cherry Using Mushrooms to Make Biofuel - Through this activity participants can use an enquiry-based approach to learn about factors affecting enzyme activity, the carbon cycle, biofuels and habitats and evolution.
Keith Unwin – Applications of Biology within Forensic Science – In this session Forensic scientist Keith Unwin will take participants through a selection of practical set ups that can be used within the classroom and beyond to contextualise the use of techniques such as microscopy and DNA analysis within criminal investigations.
Other workshops to include:
Why do so many students feel science is not for them?
The art of a difficult conversation.
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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 | 02 November 2022 | 09:00-15:30 | University of Worcester |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£100.00 +VAT |
|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£200.00 +VAT |
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