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So you Want to be a Successful Head of Department ?
English
Leadership
Maths
MFL
Pastoral Care and Behaviour
Post-16
Special Needs & Schools
The role, performance and vision of the departmental head are increasingly being recognised and acknowledged as being a key area determining the degree of success of the school. More is being demanded of such post holders both nationally and locally. They will need a vision of whole school needs and will be required to lead and manage the all-important process of learning and teaching. How do we achieve success in this vital area of school life and how can you be a dynamic, effective and successful Head of Department?
This course is currently active
This is an active course and may have events scheduled. Visit the course page to see if there are any available.
This is an active course and may have events scheduled. Visit the course page to see if there are any available.
Statistics at AS Level: A Wealth of Teaching Approaches for the New Specifications
Maths
The course will focus on topics which appear on S1 across the specifications for Edexcel, AQA, OCR and MEI. It will give practical advice on how to teach topics and provide both paper-based and electronic resources to support your teaching as well as demonstrate the relevance of statistical techniques to real world situations.
Supporting Gifted & Talented Pupils in a KS3 Mathematics Classroom
Maths
Adults and children alike know the feeling of being ‘stuck’ in a maths lesson. In common with all pupils, able mathematicians require support from LSAs. In a top set there is still a wide ability range and pupils although able, can struggle; their confidence may be fragile. Often, able mathematicians find it particularly difficult to ask for help. LSAs need confidence and sensitivity to intervene appropriately to offer their support.
Supporting Dyscalculic Students in Secondary Schools
Maths
Special Needs & Schools
Delegates will understand what dyscalculia is and how it impinges on
a secondary student’s learning, self-esteem and possible achievement
across the curriculum.
This course is currently active
This is an active course and may have events scheduled. Visit the course page to see if there are any available.
This is an active course and may have events scheduled. Visit the course page to see if there are any available.
Taking the FEAR out of Maths at Key Stage 3 and 4 - Leading on to a GCSE qualification
Maths
Delegates will understand why and how the FEAR OF MATHS can develop; also how it impinges on secondary students' maths learning, self-esteem and achievement in other aspects of the curriculum.
Delegates will develop strategies to use within the maths classroom to help students overcome this FEAR and achieve qualifications in GCSE maths. Delegates will also be made aware of additional resources specifically designed with these students in mind.
Delegates will develop strategies to use within the maths classroom to help students overcome this FEAR and achieve qualifications in GCSE maths. Delegates will also be made aware of additional resources specifically designed with these students in mind.
Teachers of Standard Grade Mathematics
Maths
The aims of Standard Grade courses at all levels are "most likely fulfilled by a course which is designed to encourage pupil participation...while exposition by the teacher and practice exercises by pupils will have a prominent place - these activities alone would not allow the aims to be achieved."
This course will provide teachers with a variety of 'high-tech' and 'low-tech' activity-based approaches to all areas of the curriculum that integrate different learning styles into schemes of work rather than regarding mathematics as a series of techniques to learn by rote.
This course will provide teachers with a variety of 'high-tech' and 'low-tech' activity-based approaches to all areas of the curriculum that integrate different learning styles into schemes of work rather than regarding mathematics as a series of techniques to learn by rote.
Teaching Gifted & Talented Mathematicians at KS3
Maths
As able pupils move from KS2 to KS3 they look forward to being taught by a maths specialist. Often at KS2 their needs will have been met by acceleration through content, resulting in pupils with a narrow view of maths and an over reliance on learnt methods - rather than a thorough understanding and an ability to apply their knowledge. Delegates will participate in practical activities that can be used in a mixed ability classroom to enrich and extend able pupils - and raising attainment for all.
Teaching Mathematics to Ethnic Minority Boys
Maths
This course will focus on narrowing the gender gap between ethnic minority boys and girls mathematical achievement. Whilst girls are often happy with knowledge-based activities, boys' learning is more focused on skill and understanding. This course will provide delegates practical advice on how to plan Outstanding Mathematics Lessons for ethnic minority boys in order to raise their mathematical achievement and attainment.
The Brand New Maths Teacher
Maths
The course will offer advice from various sources - including OfSTED - on good practice, the teaching environment and behaviour management. In addition, delegates will work through a bank of entertaining maths activities, ready to take back to the classroom.
The Learning Support Assistant in the KS3 Numeracy Lesson
Maths
This course is aimed at LSAs who want to have a clearer overview of the Maths National Curriculum and the Numeracy Framework at KS3, and who want to develop a repertoire of lively activities with which to inspire and stimulate their pupils.
Using an Interactive Whiteboard to improve motivation, understanding and performance in Mathematics at KS3 & KS4
Maths
This course will focus on the practical aspects of successfully integrating an interactive whiteboard into your lessons through an in-depth exploration of some key maths software packages and freely available web resources.
* Book on any Lighthouse Maths CPD course before the end of January 2007 and get a free annual licence from NAG’s Schools Excel Add-in to help support and enhance your statistics lessons http://www.nag.co.uk/info/nsea-lh
* Book on any Lighthouse Maths CPD course before the end of January 2007 and get a free annual licence from NAG’s Schools Excel Add-in to help support and enhance your statistics lessons http://www.nag.co.uk/info/nsea-lh
Using Autograph to Enhance Success in AS and A2 Mathematics
Maths
This course will focus on the practical aspects of using ICT within the teaching and learning of mathematics and help you to bring the subject to life. Part of the morning session will focus on the unique online bridging course Alan has developed to ease the transition of students progressing from GCSE to AS level. Implementation of these techniques have demonstrably improved the retention, enthusiasm and success levels of Advanced Level Maths students.
Using ICT to Inspire when Teaching 11-16 Maths
Maths
Delegates will be introduced to web resources and dynamic software that can be used to help pupils to visualise topics in KS3 and KS4 Mathematics. The assumption is that a web-connected computer and data projector are available in delegates' classrooms. Delegates will take away a large number of ideas for using the web for classroom interjections and for using Autograph effectively on the big screen.
A High Grade Framework for Media Studies
Media Studies
The course will offer a framework to assist in preparing the students for Media Studies examinations, with a view to improving attainment. By focussing on the assessment needs of the new specifications, practical methodologies will be discussed to assist students’ achievements in understanding and applying an analytical framework, developing critical autonomy and responding to questions in the examination. Central to all awarding bodies’ AS examinations is the ability to critically analyse a range of media texts.
Adobe Photoshop at Intermediate Level
Media Studies
The course aims to develop the skills of existing Photoshop users who would like to progress further, including those who feel they need to get the utmost from this outstanding creative program.
The course will develop your skills in essential Photoshop techniques such as selections, masking, retouching, photomontage and image creation. The course demonstrates a wide range of applied techniques using commands and features covered on the Introductory Course
The course will develop your skills in essential Photoshop techniques such as selections, masking, retouching, photomontage and image creation. The course demonstrates a wide range of applied techniques using commands and features covered on the Introductory Course
An Introduction to Digital Filming and Editing using Windows Movie Maker
Media Studies
The course will introduce the terminology and use of shot types. We will examine the difference between them and will explore their uses. Practical sessions will allow you to complete a short sequence to enable you to move onto the post - production stage. During the day you will learn how to use this software to download your digital video footage and use the editing tools to create a finished movie with title, transitions and music. You will learn how to save your movie for playback on a DVD player or computer and how to send it by email.
An Introduction to Website Design using Adobe Dreamweaver
Media Studies
The course will train delegates to recognise structure and basic functionality of a website. They will do so by using Adobe Dreamweaver and by the end of the course you will build, design, and upload a website.
This will be achieved without the use of any code. It will provide you with a basic knowledge of creating a web pages in a 'drag and drop' application and an industry standard. By the end of the course you will have created a basic and functioning website from scratch.
This will be achieved without the use of any code. It will provide you with a basic knowledge of creating a web pages in a 'drag and drop' application and an industry standard. By the end of the course you will have created a basic and functioning website from scratch.
AS & A2 Film Studies: Coming to Terms with Course Work
Media Studies
The course will provide delegates with ideas and strategies to cope with the rigorous demands of A-Level Film Studies coursework as offered by WJEC. Covering both AS and A2, the course will provide a rare opportunity to examine work of all standards and uncover the rationale behind the awarding of marks.
The logistics of managing coursework projects effectively will also be addressed, leaving delegates amply equipped to face the challenge of coursework teaching with renewed confidence.
The logistics of managing coursework projects effectively will also be addressed, leaving delegates amply equipped to face the challenge of coursework teaching with renewed confidence.
AS & A2 Film Studies: Strategies for Effective Delivery
Media Studies
This is an intensive workshop - delegates will understand and be able to teach each section of the current specifications and will also be able to anticipate the implementation of changes for September 2008. Aims of the course are to:
• Understand the details of each AS and A2 module.
• Advise on schemes of work and planning for both AS and A2 courses.
• Provide classroom materials, teaching ideas, resources and practical work for each specification.
• Understand the details of each AS and A2 module.
• Advise on schemes of work and planning for both AS and A2 courses.
• Provide classroom materials, teaching ideas, resources and practical work for each specification.
AS & A2 Media Studies: Key Concepts and Coursework
Media Studies
The course will look at ways of delivering the key concepts (Media Language, Narrative, Genre, Representation, Institutions and Audience) through topics for AS Media Studies. Delegates will be shown how to build on this conceptual framework to deliver the synoptic nature of work for A2. Critical Research Study, Independent Research and Investigating Media Texts are the three analytical/investigative areas of research for each specification.
Audio Techniques for Media Productions
Media Studies
Delegates will explore basic audio recording and editing processes and techniques for sound and moving image productions. There will be opportunities to construct assignments for audio products of all kinds and to turn those assignments into productions, using PC-based audio recording and editing software.
The aims of the course are to:
* Construct assignments for audio products
* Explore audio recording and editing processes and techniques
* Record and edit audio products
The aims of the course are to:
* Construct assignments for audio products
* Explore audio recording and editing processes and techniques
* Record and edit audio products
Creative Approaches to AS & A2 Media Studies Coursework
Media Studies
The course has been designed to support teachers new to Media Studies. It is expected that by the end of the day, delegates will have a sound understanding of successful practical production briefs.
Attendees will explore strategies to support students to develop the necessary skills to meet production specifications. Finally, through the use of case studies, attendees will take away ideas and materials that they can use at their own institutions to build upon current teaching practices.
Attendees will explore strategies to support students to develop the necessary skills to meet production specifications. Finally, through the use of case studies, attendees will take away ideas and materials that they can use at their own institutions to build upon current teaching practices.
Digital Filming and Editing
Media Studies
At the end of the course delegates will be able to capture film to an editing suite, edit their uploaded footage and to produce a professional looking product which will then be burned onto DVD. Delegates will also develop storyboarding and shooting skills. All materials and equipment are included in the day.
Aims of the course are to:
* learn how to confidently film and edit
* develop understanding of storyboarding and shooting
* understand how to use technology to produce film
* transfer completed film to disc and tape
Aims of the course are to:
* learn how to confidently film and edit
* develop understanding of storyboarding and shooting
* understand how to use technology to produce film
* transfer completed film to disc and tape
Effective GCSE Media Studies
Media Studies
This comprehensive training will review GCSE Media Studies requirements and learning outcomes, give practical tips on planning and integrating the course, examine media language, forms and cinematic tools at GCSE level, examine the focus topic for each examination board, give effective guidance on achieving results in these areas and valuable updates in the areas of institutions, representation and audience.
Effective Project Writing in the Creative and Media Diploma
Media Studies
Experienced practitioner or newly-qualified colleague, it’s important to get the content, demand and tone of Diploma assignments and projects as engaging as possible. Great projects lead to great work, improved grades and standards, and boost student motivation and involvement.
This course will encourage you to write projects and assignment briefs that hit all the right requirements, that enthuse your Diploma students and allow you to plan and deliver a coherent curriculum. Workshop sessions will explore the content and qualities of what makes a good Diploma project.
This course will encourage you to write projects and assignment briefs that hit all the right requirements, that enthuse your Diploma students and allow you to plan and deliver a coherent curriculum. Workshop sessions will explore the content and qualities of what makes a good Diploma project.
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