It is well known that practical work in Science improves learner engagement. However whilst the learners are usually keen to undertake practical tasks, it is much more challenging to ensure the intended learning takes place. This course starts by exploring the research around effective practical work, and provides an...

Start date	15 Jul 2024
Location	Ellesmere Port
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	From £200.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

Take your first steps towards teaching GCSE computer science and establish a foundational knowledge base of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how algorithms are designed and how programs are written to provide clear instructions to machines. Learn about the binary system and how it's used by...

Start date	17 Jul 2024
Location	Ashton-under-Lyne
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Take your first steps towards teaching GCSE computer science and establish a foundational knowledge base of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how the components of computer systems interlink and how these can then be connected together to form a network.Learn about the different components of...

Start date	19 Jul 2024
Location	Ashton-under-Lyne
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

GCSE Computer Science comprises a rich, knowledge-based curriculum. This CPD equips participants with effective teaching strategies to build student knowledge for long-term recall, leading to confidence in assessments.During the course you will explore those pedagogy approaches which are proven to be the most...

Start date	30 Jul 2024
Location	Ashton-under-Lyne
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

This session will bring together messages from the 2024 GCSE series across all awarding organisations and all specialisms.  We will highlight the common challenges faced by students, allowing us to reflect on how this relates to our own cohort and then to identify our own priortites for the coming academic year.

Start date	19 Sep 2024
Location
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free

Subscription to the Sefton Science Technicians Network 2024/25.  This is a subscription to a package of 3 sessions across the 2024/25 academic year to be held in a location in the Sefton area. 3 sessions - 1 session per term - dates / timings to be confirmed. Joining information will be sent nearer...

Start date	14 Nov 2024
Location	Southport
Fees	From £225.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details