This is a unique, FREE CPD opportunity for secondary science (Chemistry) teachers and technicians. Via a bespoke programme, you gain ideas and resources for contextualised teaching and learning, whilst your family enjoys a visit to a unique and scientifically fascinating museum.
Note that children must be accompanied by an adult in addition to the teacher attending the CPD aspects.
Note that children must be accompanied by an adult in addition to the teacher attending the CPD aspects.
- 9.45am - 10.00am: Arrival, registration and tea and coffee.
- 10.00am - 10.30am: “Mining Madness” (Family members welcome)
- An interactive show demonstrating the dangers of mining during the Industrial Revolution, using gases, fire and explosions.
- Delivered by Tom Dipple, STEAM Learning Developer, BCLM.
- 10.30am - 12.30am: Mines, Metals & Fossil Fuels (Teachers/Technicians only, family members free to enjoy the museum site)
- A practical CPD workshop introducing you to a range of hands-on activities and curriculum linked resources that complement the show and can easily be implemented in the classroom to enthuse and engage learners.
- Delivered by Heidi Dobbs: RSC Education Coordinator, Midlands
- 12.30am - 5.00pm: Using Chemistry Trails to Explore and Contextualise Learning (family members welcome)
- Time to explore the Museum and find out about the rich chemical heritage of the Black Country.
- Self-directed learning via provided Chemistry Trails to showcase contextualised learning ideas.
- Opportunity to take part in a range of relevant activities and demonstrations, including:
- “Into the Thick”: An underground mine tour
- Hot metal working demonstrations
- A 1912 Role Play School Lesson
- A silent film in the Limelight cinema
- 5.00pm: Museum Closes
