Inspiring Science Education CPD Workshop: 16th July 2014

Cardiff University’s School of Physics and Astronomy will host a CPD meeting for teachers on Wednesday 16th July 2014, linked to the Inspiring Science Education project. We would welcome any teachers, technicians, support staff at any secondary school, or teaching establishment.

This meeting be focused on our educational resources and the Inspiring Science Education project, as well as the Logger Pro software, which is available for free to schools participating in Inspirince Science Education. There will be interactive demonstrations and workshops, given by the education team here in the School of Physics and Astronomy, as well as some of our friendly physicists and astronomers.

Registration through the online form is now closed, but if you would like to attend then please contact us at ise “AT” astro.cf.ac.uk.

Programme (provisional)

The meeting will run from 1015 (coffee available from 0945) until 1700.

Please click here for the programme.

Venue and Logistics

The meeting will be held at the School of Physics and astronomy, which is a 15-20 minute walk from Cardiff Central Station, and 5 minutes from Cardiff Queen Street. We have also produced a map of the local area. The address is: Queen’s Buildings, The Parade, Cardiff, CF24 3AA.

The meeting will be held in WX3.07 (3rd floor, “West Extension” building).

If you think you will require overnight accommodation, let us know when you apply online. Being situated so close to the centre of town, there are plenty of hotels nearby, and we will send a list of recommendations.

Financial Support

We can offer financial contributions to the teacher cover costs, as well as travel and accommodation for teachers. We have a limited budget, so this support will be limited to one per school; priority will be given to schools which are participating in Inspiring Science Education. The contribution will be up to £150 for teacher cover costs, and up to £100 for travel and accommodation. Unfortunately places for financial support are limited. To be given the priority status, please ensure you have completed the e-Maturity survey (see instructions on Participating in Inspiring Science Education).

Please indicate whether you would like to apply for a financial contribution when you apply online.

Things to do in Cardiff

If you are staying overnight, Cardiff is an exciting and vibrant city, with lots to do.

This event is taking place in the middle of Cardiff Science Festival, which runs from 14-20th July. ~~In fact, the Institute of Physics are putting on an event on the evening of 16th – details to follow.~~ [Sold out]
Doctor Who is filmed in Cardiff, with the Doctor Who Experience located in Cardiff Bay
The National Museum of Wales, Cardiff, just 10 minutes’ walk from the School of Physics and Astronomy, is home to many excellent exhibits.
Cardiff Bay, which is just a short train ride from the department, is home to a good number of bars and restaurants, as well as an impressive view over the bay.