A-level Science Conference Event

The keynote address - Success in A level science – The importance of practical work - by Steve Jones, Director of CLEAPSS, will address the key changes to practical work and its assessment and will explore approaches to best prepare students for examination-based assessment of practical skills. Workshop sessions will address key priorities including the increased mathematical demands for A-level, effective tracking and assessment, promoting independent learning and effective preparation for assessment of practical skills. Speakers include Dr David Read (Chemistry, University of Southampton), John Coad, Mike Howard (Queen Elizabeth's School) and Dr Carys Hughes (Mathematics and Science Learning Centre). All four Awarding Organisations will be present and will run sessions on promoting and maintaining attainment at A-level. During the plenary, you will have the opportunity to plan next steps in terms of support and to establish and run post-16 networks in the region. Cost: £215 plus VAT. Teachers or technicians working in state-funded schools in England are eligible for an impact award bursary worth 50% of the fee which can be used to contribute to covering the cost of course fees, supply cover, travel, accommodation, or equipment for your school. To book a place at the event, please visit https://www.sciencelearningcentres.org.uk/cpd/9f1e9cfa-00d3-4b88-b47c-f63c0cead529/a-level-science-conference/ and register online.