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These resources have been reviewed and selected by STEM Learning’s team of education specialists for factual accuracy and relevance to teaching STEM subjects in UK schools.

Good Practical Science

This report looks at hands-on practical science in secondary schools and uses an international study to answer the question ‘What does good look like?’. Using a  model of international visits, surveys and literature reviews, a framework of ten benchmarks has been established with appropriate flexibility to make them relevant for all schools in the country. As with the Good Career Guidance report, the intended audience is not exclusively school leaders or heads of science. There is also a series of recommendations for policymakers and those that can have real influence.

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