Super stem!NS013

Through a range of hands-on practical activities delegates will explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics concepts and link these to areas of the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence (CfE). Participants will have the opportunity to explore how these practical activities and concepts can be used to support...

Sustainable STEMNS017

Two days of face-to-face professional learning at SSERC in Dunfermline, with a variety of activities to develop knowledge, skills and confidence in teaching aspects of Sustainability at Early, First and Second Level.  We will explore activities from across the STEM curriculum which could be used to help to meet a...

Transforming Learning through Formative Teaching ApproachesNN225

Research evidence consistently shows that formative practices (Assessment for Learning (AfL)) are at the heart of classrooms where deep and meaningful understanding is nurtured, and greater learning gains are made. This course will look at a wide range of hands-on approaches that can be taken away and used immediately...

Treemendous trees and wonderful woodlandsNW704

A two-session virtual course which will give you the tools to make the most of using the outdoors and seasonal changes as a context for learning. Suitable for Foundation Phase and key stages 2 +3.There are date and time options to choose from and also the option to choose delivery through the medium of Welsh.Led by...

Websites Which Work for WAU (and other resources)NN028

This online course will narrow down the plethora of available websites to those most useful and effective for World Around Us, and will signpost to best practice use of resources

Ideas to make foundation phase science fun and engaging. for teachers in Wales only.NW044

FOR TEACHERS IN WALES ONLY.The course will provide the opportunity to identify, then have a go at different experiments and demonstrations to enhance the science teaching across the curriculum.  We will look to show you how to make links to scientific topics within much broader themes such as The World We Live In...

Introducing indiNS014

This course will provide an introduction to Sphero indi and how this resource can be used in an Early/First level setting to enhance engagement in Computing Science principles and concepts.  We will encourage hands on practical experience with indi via live sessions and self-study resources. There will also be a...

Life on the River. Teachers in Wales Only.NW042

FOR TEACHERS IN WALES ONLY:From the water cycle to animal adaptations, the secret life of brown trout to how to build an otter holt this webinar will focus on the Rivers Dee and Taff but all the activities shared could be used to learn more about any river in Wales or beyond. Cross-curricular in content, this session...

Peat is neat. Teachers in Wales onlyNW706

FOR TEACHERS IN WALES ONLY:A virtual course to celebrate World Wetlands Day, to help you learn on, learn about and learn for these ancient landscapes. Full of cross-curricular activity ideas and information which will help your learners understand their ‘cynefin’ and get them enthused about these fragile,...

Exploring the outdoors with the early years foundation stageSL060

Outdoor learning and play is widely acknowledged as being very beneficial to children’s early development. Taking children outdoors offers unique experiences to enhance their existing skills and knowledge and develop those important characteristics of effective learning. It offers them more opportunities to...

Engaging practical science for EYFSSL012

This highly practical course is designed to empower early years practitioners with effective teaching and learning practices in science. By participating in this course, you will gain valuable insights and strategies to create engaging and enriching experiences that extend scientific enquiry among young learners.We...

Developing an understanding of D&T in EYFSSL812

As an EYFS practitioner, you will be able to identify opportunities for D&T within early learning and across areas of the EYFS Framework. Discover practical ideas which will develop language and communication skills as well as adding to children’s understanding of the world.You will consider the progression...

Developing computing in EYFSSL910

Gain support, as an EYFS practitioner, to identify opportunities for children to engage with technology and computing within an Early Years setting. Looking at practical ideas, you will also consider progression of ideas and skills as children move into key stage 1, preparing them for successful transition and future...

Introduction to Teaching Science in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)SL021

Need help on incorporating scientific exploration into your Early Years setting? Look no further! This concise online course is designed to introduce you to key strategies for teaching science effectively in the EYFS framework. It will enable you to guide children's understanding and encourage curiosity.We'll...

Developing and supporting programming within your primary schoolCO003

Programming is a crucial part of the primary computing curriculum, and best supported by a range of subject-specific pedagogies. This self-paced online course is designed to help subject leaders confidently create a progressive programming curriculum and support colleagues in understanding primary programming, from...