NE&Y: Subject knowledge enhancement : KS4 Biology RX008 / C07

This course will provide subject knowledge to help in planning and teaching biology for Key Stage 4 (Coordinated Science and Triple Science) with a focus on the genome, genes and gene expression and cell division. Develop your biology teaching with the tools and confidence to plan and teach effectively, engaging your students and supporting their achievement and attainment. You will be supported to find ways to enhance students’ learning skills. You will explore ways of building student understanding, taking account of preconceptions, misconceptions and common issues in teaching these biology concepts.

Funding is available for this course to schools in the North East and Yorkshire Region, bringing to cost down to only £20 per session. Please note that the full amount (equating to £40 per session) will be invoiced however, once paid, this funding will be refunded automatically. Please email slp-admin@sghs.org.uk with any questions.

Course session schedule:

Cells and transport - Thurs 19th Jan

Digestion, circulation and respiration - Wed 8th Feb

Plants - Thurs 23rd March

Coordination and control - Wed 10th May

Genetics and evolution - Wed 28th June

Ecosystems - Tues 11th July