Nov
28
Tue
YSLP Tutor Assessor Training (All levels) @ Online - Teams
Nov 28 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
YSLP Tutor Assessor Training (All levels) @ Online - Teams

Training for Tutor Assessors for both the non-formal (Curriculum for Excellence Second, Third and Fourth Levels) and formal (SCQF Levels 4, 5 and 6) Young STEM Leader Programme. This training is suitable if you are interested in delivering both versions of the programme. The YSLP can be delivered in schools, community groups, youth groups or other relevant settings.  To participate in this session you may be a teacher, youth/community educator, STEM ambassador or in any other role working with young people from upper primary to senior secondary age, extended to college and apprenticeships. The training takes 2 hours and involves a mixture of trainer-led delivery as well as individual and group tasks. There are a number of pre-session tasks that we ask you to complete (45 minutes) and around 15 minutes of post-session admin tasks.  

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Dec
5
Tue
Laboratory Science National 5
Dec 5 @ 9:00 am – Dec 7 @ 5:00 pm
Laboratory Science National 5

It is a one part, three day course and we aim to cover most of the practical work included in the course, with session on:

  • ​Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Health and Safety
  • Microbiology
  • Instrumentation
  • Ideas for Investigations

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Dec
12
Tue
Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery Refresher
Dec 12 all-day
Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery Refresher

The purpose of this unit is to refresh learners on the safe use of bandsaws, circular saws and planer thicknessers.

The course is suitable for learners who have completed Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery within the last 5 years, and are regular users of the equipment.

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Dec
14
Thu
Biology SSERC Meet: Working in the Life Sciences Sector @ Teams
Dec 14 @ 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm
Biology SSERC Meet: Working in the Life Sciences Sector @ Teams

Our careers events are developed with the STEM Ambassador in Scotland team and offer the opportunity to hear from working professionals in a variety of STEM industries.

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Dec
19
Tue
Science Probationers Residential: Cohort 1
Dec 19 – Dec 20 all-day
Science Probationers Residential: Cohort 1

A 2-day residential course based at SSERC HQ to support probationer teachers in Science to deliver safe, high quality, hands-on practical STEM learning in the classroom/lab. There will be coverage across a range of science curriculum organisers allowing delegates to develop their skills in and out of their subject specialism.

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Jan
17
Wed
Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery 17th and 18th January
Jan 17 – Jan 18 all-day
Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery 17th and 18th January

This course is designed to instruct learners on the safe use of bandsaws, circular saws and planer thicknessers. The unit also aims to instruct learners on the safe procedures for carrying out associated tasks such as blade changing.

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Science Probationers Residential: Cohort 2
Jan 17 – Jan 18 all-day
Science Probationers Residential: Cohort 2

A 2-day residential course based at SSERC HQ to support probationer teachers in Science to deliver safe, high quality, hands-on practical STEM learning in the classroom/lab. There will be coverage across a range of science curriculum organisers allowing delegates to develop their skills in and out of their subject specialism.

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Jan
24
Wed
Let’s play @ Computer Science
Jan 24 all-day
Let’s play @ Computer Science

This course will provide the opportunity to understand the benefits to learners of early engagement in computing science principles and concepts, which can be encouraged through play based approaches.

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Safe Use of Fixed Classroom Machinery
Jan 24 – Jan 25 all-day
Safe Use of Fixed Classroom Machinery

This course is designed to instruct learners on the safe use of bandsaws, pillar drills, band facers and mortice machines. The unit also aims to instruct learners on the safe procedures for carrying out associated tasks such as blade/belt/bit/tool changing.

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Science Probationers Residential: Cohort 3
Jan 24 – Jan 25 all-day
Science Probationers Residential: Cohort 3

A 2-day residential course based at SSERC HQ to support probationer teachers in Science to deliver safe, high quality, hands-on practical STEM learning in the classroom/lab. There will be coverage across a range of science curriculum organisers allowing delegates to develop their skills in and out of their subject specialism.

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Feb
5
Mon
Marty V2 5th February 2024
Feb 5 all-day
Marty V2 5th February 2024

This course will provide an introduction to Marty V2, and how this fantastic resource can be used to enhance engagement in Computing Science principles and concepts across the primary setting.

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Feb
7
Wed
Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery
Feb 7 – Feb 8 all-day
Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery

This course is designed to instruct learners on the safe use of bandsaws, circular saws and planer thicknessers. The unit also aims to instruct learners on the safe procedures for carrying out associated tasks such as blade changing.

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Feb
9
Fri
VEX 123 9th February 2024
Feb 9 all-day
VEX 123 9th February 2024

VEX 123

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Feb
22
Thu
Wood Turning
Feb 22 – Feb 23 all-day
Wood Turning

This course aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of the functions, machining operations and safe use of wood turning machines. This course will allow teaching and support staff to successfully and safely implement lathe turning projects into the curriculum and/or deliver SQA based coursework.

This two day course will involve using a number different types of turning tools to practice and hone wood turning techniques. All aspects of machine parts, functions, work holding methods and safe use will be covered.  Practical work will be supported by demonstrations from professionals and key presentations will cover the theory and safety aspects.

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Feb
23
Fri
Sphero Bolt 23rd February 2024
Feb 23 all-day
Sphero Bolt 23rd February 2024

This introductory course will provide the foundations for using Sphero Bolt in your setting, covering all of the basic functions of the Bolt and how to embed Computing Science concepts and approaches into your teaching

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