ASE 2025 Annual Conference: Full Schedule

The ASE is delighted to be hosting its Annual Conference, generously sponsored by AQA, at the University of Nottingham from 9th to 11th January 2025. International sessions are incorporated throughout the event for this year and we will have a great exhibition with lots of exclusive Conference offers. Post-16 focus-day and for those involved in leading and delivering professional development, the Teacher Developers’ Group programme is Thursday. Friday is the dedicated Technicians day and Early Career Teacher day. Sessions for both Primary and 11-19 are threaded throughout all 3 days with a focus on Research on Saturday.
Book your tickets now at https://ase2025AnnConf.eventbrite.co.uk - and remember, if you are an ASE member you will benefit from hugely discounted prices! Check out our membership here - it’s free for Early Career Teachers and only £25 for Technicians!

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08:45 GMT

GCSE Required Practicals - what have the past years taught us?

Saturday January 11, 2025 08:45 - 09:35 GMT

ESLC B01

Required Practicals (or core practicals) have been a part of GCSE science courses since 2018. This session looks back at why they were introduced, what knowledge and understanding they are meant to develop in students and how this is assessed in exams. We will look at how well students perform in these exams, and what lessons this can teach us about these practicals should be delivered as part of a science curriculum.

Speakers

Euan Douglas

Assistant Head Teacher, St George's Catholic College

I am an Senior Assistant Headteacher responsible for Teaching & Learning and the curriculum at Saint George Catholic College, an Outstanding comprehensive school in Southampton. My involvement with the ASE includes being a member of both my regional committee and previously the 11-19... Read More →

Saturday January 11, 2025 08:45 - 09:35 GMT
ESLC B01

11-19

Theme Practical Work
Key Stage / Audience Type ECTs, Teacher Developers, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants, ITEs, Trainees
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