Preparing students for 6-mark exam questions in science NE272 / B23
Summary
We know students struggle to write longer answer questions in science. This ranges from an inability to start resulting in a blank page, through to writing everything they know about a topic and failing to refer back to the question. This course explores a range of strategies to support students to answer 6 mark questions.
Who is it for?
This course is for science teachers and subject leaders who wish to improve student's responses to 6 mark exam questions.
What topics are covered?
This course covers:
- The key features of 6 mark questions and how they are assessed
- Strategies to help students structure and improve their answers
- Practical activity based extended response questions
- Practicing linking ideas from different topics
- Strategies to aid recall
How will you learn?
This course is not facilitated. You can learn independently or with colleagues to directly address your individual needs.
How long is this course?
This course takes around 60 minutes to complete and you do not need to be online at any specific time. You can take the course at your own pace.
Who is the course leader?
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This is a self-paced Online Course
The course leader will be introduced in the course.
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Outcomes
- understand how extended response questions are written and assessed
- utilise a range of strategies to help students attempt extended response questions
Sessions
| Date | Time | |
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| Preparing students for 6-mark exam questions | 11 January 2024 | 02:00-02:00 |
Actions
Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£30.00 +VAT | Subsidy available*£0.00 |
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| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£40.00 +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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