This is one of a suite of continuing professional development (CPD) units from the Department for Education covering the five ‘key ideas’ at Key Stage Three (cells, interdependence, particles, forces and energy). It links with the...

This study guide is one of a suite, from the Department for Education, designed to support the development of aspects of subject knowledge. It was been designed to link with the Progression Maps, the Revised Framework for teaching Secondary Science and Assessing Pupils...

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Unit 1 - Using group talk and argument: explores why using group talk and setting up conditions for healthy argument is important; provides guidance on how various groupings can be used in the laboratory and gives advice on choosing a stimulus for group talk.

Unit 2 - Active...

This investigation looks at seeing the stress concentrations in a variety of objects using polarised light.  It would work well when looking at material properties and uses basic equipment.

This Catalyst article looks at how stress can have an impact on people's well-being but at the same time, humans need a degree of stress in their lives.

This article is from Catalyst: Secondary Science Review 2017, Volume 27, Issue 3.

Catalyst...

Produced by Nelson Thornes, these materials are samples of their A2 level science resources. They are designed to support the AQA A2 specifications but samples and activities can be applied to the teaching of other courses. Activities cover chemistry, physics and biology and include teacher notes as well as student...

From Cornwall College St Austell, this LSIS report describes the partnership with a local school to enhance students' experience in GCSE and AS level chemistry.

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This guide supports students following the Geology: Structure of the Earth topic. The topic, produced by Northumberland County Council, is designed to encourage self supported study and students are expected to work their way through independently, developing their study skills. This student guide introduces the...

A useful handbook for setting up a student-led STEM club, with exemplars from three schools.

It is increasingly recognised that giving students opportunities to act as ambassadors and mentors for STEM subjects outside of school can be of great benefit to the individual, their institution, and to the broader...

In this video from Osiris Educational Bill Rodgers discusses his...

Students who refuse to follow instructions are among the most...

Studies in Awareness of Science, published by John Murray, was a set of resources designed to broaden the post-16 science curriculum. The editor of the publications, Peter Hughes, envisaged that the resources might be used in these ways:

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