Mission to the MoonSY002

During this exciting session, participants will increase their knowledge of the Moon and learn how real missions and space research can be used to inspire their pupils and improve their STEM skills. Build ‘lunar’ mountains and work scientifically to investigate the relationship between the height of...

Mission to the Moon - remoteSY102

During this exciting session, participants will increase their knowledge of the Moon and learn how real missions and space research can be used to inspire their pupils and improve their STEM skills.Build ‘lunar’ mountains and work scientifically to investigate the relationship between the height of...

STEM Clubs - Surviving and ThrivingSC102

Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date.This course explores key considerations of running a STEM club in the long term. It focusses on identifying the factors needed to support club progress and developing a club improvement plan that aids student...

Assessing learning and development in the outdoors (Teachers in Wales only)NW027

 This one-day course will look at different ways to assess learning and development in the outdoors, including the wider benefits of health and increased physical activity.  Any enquiries, please email Wales Administrator: joss@techniquest.org

From raindrop to kettleNW226

This one day course will provide practitioners with the skills and knowledge to teach elements of the ICT, numeracy, literacy, ESDGC, science, history and geography curricula using the Rivers Dee and Tryweryn as examples.Topics covered will include river systems, water resource management, flooding and man’s...

From raindrop to kettle (teachers in Wales only)NW026

This one day course will provide practitioners with the skills and knowledge to teach elements of the ICT, numeracy, literacy, ESDGC, science, history and geography curricula using the Rivers Dee and Tryweryn as examples.Topics covered will include river systems, water resource management, flooding and man’s...

Creating an Inclusive Classroom: Approaches to Supporting Learners with SEND in ComputingCO700

As educators, we should aim to provide every young person with the skills and knowledge to become active participants in a digital world. On this course, you will examine the common barriers faced by students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the computing classroom, and how to address...

Integrating climate change, the Arctic and Antarctica into teachingNW030

An interactive workshop helping Primary teachers to integrate climate change, the Arctic and Antarctica into their teaching, with plenty of opportunity for discussion and sharing ideas and experiences with each other. Aims:Give teachers the confidence to integrate climate change (including sustainability) and the...

Pharmacy Schools ProgrammeNN511

Pharmacy Schools Programme. This innovative teaching resource, includes teaching plans and resources for Primary 1 – Primary 7 to support delivery of Personal Development and Mutual Understanding Area of learning of the Northern Ireland Curriculum. It raises awareness of self-care and community pharmacy services...

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...

Stem challenges for first and second levelNS015

This course covers a progression of STEM Challenges, suitable for Primary and ASN staff working with learners at First and Second Level.  Through experiential learning, staff will consider how to integrate STEM Challenges across the curriculum in their own settings and provide support for colleagues.The course...

Teach on the beach & brilliant bogs (Teachers in Wales)NW031

Suitable for Primary educators interested in using their local beach or bog for outdoor learning - facilitated by experts from Natural Resources Wales.A mostly practical, outdoors CPD event to develop confidence, knowledge and skills in relation to the Curriculum for Wales through connecting learners to the natural...

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...

Teaching primary computing through contexts - residentialCP405

By using curriculum and real-world contexts, you can teach aspects of computing using contexts from other curriculum subjects. This shows children how computing links to the world around them, supporting learning by making it more relevant and ensuring that all aspects of computing are taught effectively.Using...

KS4 computing for all - face to faceCP207

Computing is a National curriculum foundation subject and a vital aspect of a broad and balanced curriculum for all learners. Pathways through computing have reduced for some students, however, leading to a narrowing of their future options. GCSE computer science is at the heart of provision for KS4, but evidence...