New to A level physics SL552

Boost your confidence and understanding in teaching physics at A level.

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Summary

Are you new to teaching A level physics? Even for teachers with a physics background, we know it can be daunting to deliver for the first time. 

This course will support you with effective teaching and learning at A level in physics. Common student misconceptions, the key substantive knowledge and practical techniques will be investigated, with lots of hands-on practice to hone your approach to student learning. If you're new to A level, you'll learn how to lead and support outstanding practical physics, linking it to effective pedagogy within the subject.

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Who is it for?

ECTs and experienced teachers who are new to A level physics

What topics are covered?

During the course we will cover:

• Common physics topics including - forces and motion, waves, electricity, particle theory, materials, and nuclear.
• Mathematical challenges - estimating, order of magnitude calculations, vector manipulation, proportional reasoning, use of decimal places/sig figs, exponentials and logarithms.
• Practical pedagogy - maximising the effectiveness of practical work, turning graphs into straight lines, gradients and intercepts, error analysis. You will undertake most of the key/core/required practicals.

How will you learn?

High impact, high quality residential CPD at our National STEM Learning Centre in York - delivered by experts - which will transform your teaching practice, and also give you the chance to meet colleagues from across the UK in person. Fantastic on site accommodation and delicious food is included too.

How long is this course?

4 days

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• develop your understanding of key concepts within advanced level physics
• identify student misconceptions through diagnostic questions
• enhance practical skills to ensure students gain mastery of core experimental techniques