Join us remotely for experiential STEM activities that can easily be transferred to your own school.
Programme (including self study) includes :-
Rocks – focus upon the identification of different types of rocks, examine real rock samples and compare the properties of the different rocks that surround us. We will explore a range of resources from different sources
Journey from the centre of the earth – consider ways to research the structure of our planet and provide ideas for practical activities to model
ChoccyRockyDoDah! – providing ideas for modelling the formation of rocks, the rock cycle and properties of rocks using some familiar foods.
Space to Learn – providing a range of ideas and practical activities to support learners as they find out about the solar system and beyond. Resources will enable you to evaluate different methods for modelling our solar system and provide ideas for exploring further.
Straight back down to Earth – focussing upon the identification of different types of soils, examine and classify soil types and compare soil properties.
Life on Earth – linking together practical ideas for exploring soils & gardening and will encourage learners to engage with local wildlife.
The live sessions will be split over 2 afternoons 11th and 18th June 2021, running from 12.30pm – 4.30pm on each of these days. There will then be a self study element across 3 assignments set via Microsoft Teams classroom.
Delegates will have all required resources delivered directly to them to support the remote learning and for implementation of the activities in their own school.
Dates: Friday 11th and Friday 18th June 2021
Closing Date: Friday 7th May 2021
If you experience any difficulties accessing the online booking then please email us at enquiries@sserc.scot
Audience
This course is designed for Primary Teachers.
Rationale
This exciting remote professional learning practical course provides the opportunity for you to try out a wide range of engaging STEM activities and to consider how they can be transferred to your own setting.
Course Leader
The Early Years and Primary Team
Cost
This course costs £320 and includes all course materials.
Funding
Local authority schools qualify for an ENTHUSE bursary of £320 from STEM Learning towards the cost of this course.
Why Should You Attend?
SSERC staff will guide you through the activities which are designed to promote knowledge and understanding as well as providing great ideas for practical STEM.
Commitment
This course will be launched on Friday 11th June via an online platform link, all information for the course, along with expectations, will be explained in detail. The course will then comprise of delegates completing online activities supported by SSERC video recordings.
This course will be delivered via Microsoft Teams with a link to the team being provided ahead of the course being delivered.
