(Kent) Subject knowledge for physics teaching: Forces SK103 / K22-23
Summary
This blended learning course, delivered by The Ogden Trust, supports non-specialist teachers of physics to develop their subject knowledge and pedagogical approaches for teaching forces 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: introduction to forces, deforming forces, frictional forces, Newton’s laws, motion (speed, distance, time), motion (velocity, acceleration, momentum), non-contact forces, forces in action.
This course is only available for teachers in England who have QTS and do not have a physics degree.
Who is the course leader?
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James Perkins
Hi everyone, I'm James Perkins, head of science faculty at Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Faversham. I've worked in secondary...
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Outcomes
The SKPT blended learning CPD will:
- develop teaching skills and confidence.
- consider mathematical problem solving, conceptual challenges, practical work and pedagogical reflections.
- delivered in a supportive learning network.
On completion of the course teachers can complete a Subject Knowledge Award accredited by the Institute of Physics.
Email skpt@ogdentrust.com for further information or if you have any questions.
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| SKPT Full day face to face session | 29 April 2024 | 09:30-15:30 | Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School |
| SKPT Half day face to face session | 21 June 2024 | 09:30-12:30 | Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity feeFree | Subsidy available*£200.00 |
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| 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. |
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Alternative dates
STEM Education North West, NW STEM Education Centre, Brooks Building, Manchester M15 6GX
City of London School, 107 Queen Victoria Street, London EC4V 3AL
Harrogate Grammar School, Arthurs Avenue, Harrogate HG2 0DZ
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