Physics for non-specialists - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLY NN513 / A23
Summary
The course will explore the big ideas which, underpin physics as well as common misconceptions. Teaching approaches will be used that can be applied immediately to the classroom which, help to elicit pupils’ thinking and move them towards the correct scientific understanding.
Who is it for?
Post-primary science teachers from Northern Ireland ONLY, e.g. science teachers, heads of department from Northern Ireland ONLY
What topics are covered?
Physics
How will you learn?
Remotely
How long is this course?
1 day
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
Participants will:
Explore research informed approaches to teaching physics to develop pupils’ understanding, unpick key physics concepts to develop their confidence in the subject, identify teaching approaches linked to a range of fundamental physics ideas
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | 07 June 2024 | 09:00-17:30 | Virtual |
Notes
Please note - if you work at a state funded school or college in Northern Ireland you will be eligible for the ENTHUSE subsidy upon full attendance on this course
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Cost
* Your school or college will receive the subsidy on successful completion of the CPD and impact toolkit. Find out more. | ||
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| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£75.00 | |
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£75.00 | Subsidy available*£200.00 |
Participants from outside the UK will be charged the course fee and an additional £120 per day plus VAT.
Outside the UK? Fee information
Check your school subsidy status
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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