ASE is delighted to offer its’ Scotland regional Annual Conference for 2025, with something suitable for primary and secondary science educators, technicians and probationers! Tickets are now open for booking. Prices start from £20 for ASE members. Come along and gain some excellent professional learning opportunities and talk with exhibitors about their latest resources and initiatives. We look forward to welcoming you. For queries please email conferences@ase.org.uk
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Something different to use as a practical to show biological structures . Have you tried using squid ? Come and have a go together with fish eyes .This will also give you an opportunity to discuss the role of dissection and to share any other biology practical ideas
PSQM Hub Leader and ASE Scotland Committee Chair, Independent Consultant
I was a Biology and general science teacher but now work mainly with Primary Schools. I am passionate about plants and encouraging children of all ages to enjoy the outdoors. I run a Primary Science Quality Mark hub In Scotland and have had amazing schools achieving all levels from... Read More →
IRIS collaborates with leading universities and industry partners to develop free STEM research projects in fields such as ecology, space physics, chemistry, and particle physics/coding. These projects can be integrated into timetabled lessons or extracurricular clubs. Some projects are also suitable for students to work on independently with less frequent support from their teacher.
Teachers receive ongoing support from Regional School Engagement Leads—former teachers who provide guidance on project selection, research methodologies, and conference preparation. Students participating in IRIS projects can attend conferences to present their findings. All projects, conferences, and additional support are free for UK state-funded schools and colleges, with travel bursaries available for in-person events.
(Modelling in a Science Classroom session previously planned by Mattie Downie - Presenter cancelled 27th May and sends apologies)
This activity will be based on the Daffodil DNA citizen science project using freely available Jalview software. The premise will be introduced followed by a run through of the Jalview schools workbook to help students explore 2 classes of macromolecules - DNA and proteins, including what they are composed of and how they relate to each other. Delegates will need access to a PC/laptop, wifi and a web browser to participate.
