Sun, Sea and STEMistry!NN512

On day 1, participants will rotate around more than 10 practicals and work with other coordinators and PGCE students to propose ways to embed the practicals into WAU thematic units. On day 2, participants will showcase one science lesson and how they disseminated good practice with other WAU coordinators.

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...

Support for practical work in higher and advanced higher physicsNS226

    All the experiments and activities exemplify basic concepts that need to be grasped for a sound understanding of physics at this level.We will look at a wide selection of experiments (many of which can be done cheaply, with very simple equipment) across the areas of rotational motion, waves and...

Supporting learner progression through assessment - for teachers in Wales onlyNW705

Sustainable futures – how algae is helping to decarbonise industryNW238

A day to explore the role of chemistry in nickel refining and to discover how Vale’s Clydach Nickel Refinery (‘The Mond’) is embracing modern technologies to support sustainability.

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...

Teachers in Wales only: Incredible oceans: how to use the oceans as a science topicNW045

TEACHERS IN WALES ONLY: A one day, face to face course looking at our incredible oceans and how to use the oceans as a science topic.Practicals will include:Ocean circulation (density)Fish dissection (anatomy + adaptations)Hagfish hydrogels (material science applications)Bioluminescence (chemical reactions)Seaweed...

Teaching STEM Through ICT - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN031

This 1 day course will take a blended approach, being delivered by an initial face to face hands-on practical workshop and a follow up online session. The course will give you the opportunity to experience STEM in Minecraft (CCEA) activities and provide a guide of how to best use the resources in your classroom. There...

Techniques for Senior Phase BiologyNS237

This 2-day courses will focus on a range of practical techniques that support the delivery of the NQ biology courses, including N4, N5, Higher and Advanced Higher biology. This will include techniques such as PCR, electrophoresis, enzyme studies, chromatography and bioinformatics. To apply for this course please...

Technology = fun, engaging and meaningful learningNW038

The Inventor’s Workshop - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN029

Teachers will be introduced to ideas for developing and enhancing their own Science and Technology subject knowledge within the World Around Us curriculum, and build confidence in supporting pupils to develop their learning through designing and building models.  The course will explore a range of inventions with...

Tinkering with Space EngineeringNN026

Bring engineering into your primary school through the exciting topic of Space Exploration. This 3 session course will take a blended approach, being delivered by both remote and a face to face hands-on practical workshop. The activities are based around the European Space Agency’s (ESA) new robotic rover...

Titanic Science *Northern Ireland Teachers ONLY*NN712

The course will provide activities and guidance to support schools to enrich the teaching of STEM subjects using the context of the Titanic. Follow the construction and journey of the ship, and delve into the more recent exploration of the wreck using hands on practical investigations linked directly to the WAU...

Transforming Learning in the Secondary Classroom using Formative Teaching ApproachesNN223

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...

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...