Practical science workshops in secondary schools

All our workshops support the overall aim of the Curriculum to 

• pay attention to objectivity and concern for accuracy, precision, repeatability and reproducibility.
• understand that scientific methods and theories develop as earlier explanations are modified to take account of new evidence and ideas.
• evaluate risks.

• ask questions and develop a line of enquiry based on observations of the real world, alongside prior knowledge and experience.
• make predictions using scientific knowledge and understanding.
• select, plan and carry out the most appropriate types of scientific enquiries to test predictions, including identifying independent, dependent and control variables, where appropriate. 

• use appropriate techniques, apparatus, and materials … paying attention to health and safety. 

• make and record observations and measurements … and suggest possible improvements 

• apply mathematical concepts and calculate results. 

• present observations and data using appropriate methods.
• interpret observations and data, including identifying patterns and using observations, measurements and data to draw conclusions. 

• present reasoned explanations, including explaining data in relation to predictions and hypotheses. 

• evaluate data, showing awareness of potential sources of random and systematic error. 

• identify further questions arising from their results. 

• undertake basic data analysis including simple statistical techniques. 


Students able to think and work scientifically.

Teachers inspired with practical ideas and activities.

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