Overview
Having a secure grasp of scientific vocabulary is key to understanding scientific concepts being able to transfer knowledge to unfamiliar scenarios. Many students however are unable to differentiate between everday use of words and their scientific application. This workshop explores the role of vocabulary and scientific language in improving attainment, identifying misconceptions and methods of improving outcomes through improved scientific literacy.This workshop aims to suppoert non-specialists and early career teachers build confidence in their practice as well as refreshing knowledge and challenging ideas of more experienced practioners.
Programme
16.30 Registration and refreshment17.00 Workshop: Literacy in science to improve outcomes in the 91AV classroom.
Dr Rizwana Alvi & Dr Gareth Bates
18.30 Close of meeting
You are politely reminded that whilst these events are free to attend, there is a cost to the 91AV and the organising partner, to set up these events. If you register and are unable to attend, please give three working days’ notice so that the place can be offered to another teacher.
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