Subject knowledge enhancement : KS4 Biology RX008 / MD01

Start date
17 Apr 24
Duration
5 Hours
Learning Method
Remote Delivered CPD

Summary

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.

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Outcomes

  • develop an understanding of key concepts in KS4 biology
  • identify common preconceptions and misconceptions held by students
  • investigate teaching approaches to develop student knowledge and understanding
  • increase your confidence to plan and teach for more effective learning for GCSE biology students 

Book now and you will be automatically registered for the scheduled sessions for the course. Remote CPD courses have live, Professional Development Leader-led sessions and are not available for instant access. Please refer to the schedule of dates published for each course instance.

Sessions

DateTimeLocation
1. Genes and the genome17 April 202415:30-16:30Virtual
2. Gene expression01 May 202415:30-16:30Virtual
3. Cell division15 May 202415:30-16:30Virtual

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Cost

State-funded school or collegeActivity fee£100.00 +VAT
Fee-paying school or college (independent)Activity fee£150.00 +VAT

Additional information

Our remote CPD courses for teachers are delivered across a series of sessions run at specific times and dates. Information on all course sessions can be found under the description of each course. To complete a course, all sessions are mandatory.

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