Effective ways to identify pre- and misconceptions in science NE250 / A24
Summary
There is a large body of research that highlights the importance of identifying students’ current ideas and views of phenomena, if we are to identify their learning boundary, and support them in developing and moving forward their conceptual understanding. It is therefore important to take time to identify students’ ideas, especially related to these difficult and troublesome phenomena.
This short course will provide you with a range of ideas to help you identify the troublesome phenomena and misconceptions your students may have and demonstrate practical approaches you can use immediately in your classroom to elicit evidence of your students’ thinking.
Who is it for?
Science teachers, Early career teachers, Trainee teachers.
What topics are covered?
This course covers:
- identifying misconceptions in science
- diagnostic questions
- open-ended classroom activities
- probing student responses further
How will you learn?
How long is this course?
This course takes around 1 hour 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?
Outcomes
The aim of this short CPD package is to:
- provide you with ideas to help you identify the troublesome phenomena and misconceptions your students may have;
- provide practical approaches you can use in your classroom to elicit evidence of your students’ thinking
Sessions
| Date | Time | |
|---|---|---|
| Effective Ways to Identify Pre and Misconceptions in Science | 01 August 2024 | 02:00-02:00 |
Actions
Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£30.00 +VAT | Subsidy available*£0.00 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Additional information
Would you like this course delivered at your school? Contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to find out more.
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