#ASEchat Archive

The Association for Science Education (ASE) promotes excellence in science teaching and learning. Follow #ASEchat Mondays at 3pm ET.
Monday September 18, 2017
3:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Sep 18 @ 3:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #ASEchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/mKOeusFf0N
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:00 PM EDT
    8pm, it's time for #asechat What are your priorities for 2017/18?
  • educabbyholbro1 Sep 18 @ 3:02 PM EDT
    Preparing myself to be a teacher by trying new things through discovery #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:02 PM EDT
    Hi @hrogerson. Because of the changes in curriculum recently I want to get science GCSE 'bedded in' #ASEChat
    In reply to @hrogerson, @hrogerson
  • ErChilvers Sep 18 @ 3:03 PM EDT
    Science wise more numerical data/maths in science. Personally better balance & less feeling overwhelmed. #ASEChat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • oboelizzy Sep 18 @ 3:03 PM EDT
    And me I want to join in #asechat at the same time! #primaryrocks!!
    In reply to @MissKingTeach, @PrimaryRocks1
  • teacherchalky1 Sep 18 @ 3:04 PM EDT
    Ensuring Y11s are revising from the word go to give them more of a fighting chance by exam time #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:04 PM EDT
    getting a work / life balance has always been challenging. Any tips? #ASEChat
    In reply to @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • Arakwai Sep 18 @ 3:04 PM EDT
    Develop a scheme of work that allows the least able to access, enjoy and have some success with the new GCSE. #asechat I can dream!!!
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:05 PM EDT
    Hello all you #asechat ters
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:05 PM EDT
    You need two parallel columns in Tweetdeck I believe (been talking to @Glazgow) #ASEChat
    In reply to @oboelizzy, @MissKingTeach, @PrimaryRocks1, @Glazgow
  • ErChilvers Sep 18 @ 3:06 PM EDT
    I'm trying to make myself say no a bit but not going well so far so allps gratefully received here too. #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @hrogerson
  • MarcNeesam Sep 18 @ 3:06 PM EDT
    Very hard to know when to say 'no' more so when a teacher. Look to establish personal routines early and keep to them is my advice #ASEchat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:06 PM EDT
    #asechat on your bike then in one column and at your lab desk in other column
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:06 PM EDT
    Yes - that would be great. Will you be missing out chunks of stuff or skimming things? #ASEChat
    In reply to @Arakwai, @hrogerson
  • HelpfulScience Sep 18 @ 3:06 PM EDT
    Planning all the way + I now colour code my diary. If there isn’t enough “purple for personal” I know to redress the balance. #ASEchat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:07 PM EDT
    #asechat only two columns ???!!
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @oboelizzy, @MissKingTeach, @PrimaryRocks1, @Glazgow
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:07 PM EDT
    Some believe in constructing lists of tasks - if list full it is easy to explain why 'no'. May need short/middle/long term lists! #ASEChat
    In reply to @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:08 PM EDT
    Think this is a priority, unless you want to spend the next two years arguing the toss #inclusion #asechat
    • Arakwai Sep 18 @ 3:04 PM EDT
      Develop a scheme of work that allows the least able to access, enjoy and have some success with the new GCSE. #asechat I can dream!!!
      In reply to @hrogerson
  • ErChilvers Sep 18 @ 3:08 PM EDT
    I'm a big list writer. It does help with organisation at least. #ASEChat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @hrogerson
  • HelpfulScience Sep 18 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    Remember you’re no good to the kids if you aren’t looking after yourself. Say if something is too much & ask for help when needed #ASEchat
    • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:04 PM EDT
      getting a work / life balance has always been challenging. Any tips? #ASEChat
      In reply to @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • j11p43f Sep 18 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    Had a fantastic first lesson today teaching static electricity to first years! #ASEChat #HMCTT
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    OK. 2 computers, different rooms and egg timer. Spend four minutes alternating in each room! #ASEChat
    In reply to @oboelizzy, @MissKingTeach, @PrimaryRocks1, @Glazgow
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    #asechat went on course years ago 'learn how to say No!' Can' t remember techniques but feel it works, say no first!!!
    In reply to @MarcNeesam, @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • MarcNeesam Sep 18 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    I like colour coding my outlook diary 🤓#ASEChat
    In reply to @HelpfulScience, @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:10 PM EDT
    Yes, we're aiming for the same thing. So far they're being proactive. #asechat
    • teacherchalky1 Sep 18 @ 3:04 PM EDT
      Ensuring Y11s are revising from the word go to give them more of a fighting chance by exam time #asechat
      In reply to @hrogerson
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:10 PM EDT
    #asechat everything in diary, includes planning, prep activities and personal time
    In reply to @HelpfulScience, @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • ResearchSchSMCA Sep 18 @ 3:10 PM EDT
    Hi #ASEchat! We're new here & we've written a post on #Metacognition in #science: https://t.co/UtxwQYGb6n We'd love to know what you think!
  • j11p43f Sep 18 @ 3:10 PM EDT
    Looking for good project ideas for #ScienceClub, something the kids can do over several weeks? #ASEChat #HMCTT
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:10 PM EDT
    You multitasker! #ASEChat
    In reply to @stevethedoc1, @oboelizzy, @MissKingTeach, @PrimaryRocks1, @Glazgow
  • Ange_K1 Sep 18 @ 3:10 PM EDT
    Surviving my first year in my first new school in over ten years. #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • Arakwai Sep 18 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    The group I have at the moment, I think I need to be more ruthless at ditching some bits in order to consolidate others. #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    GCSE is a priority, but we do need to reflect on A-level now we've had a first set of papers. #asechat
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    or either? #ASEChat
    • Glazgow Sep 18 @ 3:09 PM EDT
      It's almost impossible to keep up with both
      In reply to @ViciaScience, @oboelizzy, @MissKingTeach, @PrimaryRocks1
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    Good point! And good luck. #asechat
    In reply to @Ange_K1
  • Ange_K1 Sep 18 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    Always take your break and your lunch. #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • HelpfulScience Sep 18 @ 3:12 PM EDT
    The @BritSciAssoc CREST awards might suit you? https://t.co/UHhdlfNNpT #ASEchat
    In reply to @j11p43f, @BritSciAssoc
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:12 PM EDT
    #asechat nothing ever overwritten original task either ditched or moved elsewhere
    In reply to @HelpfulScience, @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • DrWilkinsonSci Sep 18 @ 3:12 PM EDT
    Yup. I've been using some of @adamboxer1's SLOP workbooks to get them started on topics we covered in Year 9 and 10. #ASEchat
    In reply to @teacherchalky1, @hrogerson, @adamboxer1
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:12 PM EDT
    Good luck with it. Look forward to reading it. #asechat
    In reply to @mrbakerphysics
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:12 PM EDT
    I would agree with that. Too much cramming useless stuff leads to disaffection #ASEChat #masteryofalittle?
    In reply to @Arakwai, @hrogerson
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:13 PM EDT
    #ASEchat no just a taster
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @oboelizzy, @MissKingTeach, @PrimaryRocks1, @Glazgow
  • MarcNeesam Sep 18 @ 3:13 PM EDT
    My priority for the year (given I'm out of teaching) is to join ASE (I know 😱I haven't joined yet) and get involved #asechat
  • teacherchalky1 Sep 18 @ 3:13 PM EDT
    I'm not sure if mine are however I am lol #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:13 PM EDT
    I also have to build in more #sciencecapital to what we do in the department and include parents. Not straightforward. #asechat
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:14 PM EDT
    Could you please ask again, outside this chat session, but welcome to join discussion #ASEChat
    In reply to @ResearchSchSMCA
  • educabbyholbro1 Sep 18 @ 3:14 PM EDT
    I like the idea of diary to help set aside some 'me' time after dealing with the daily stresses in the classroom #reflection #asechat
    In reply to @stevethedoc1, @HelpfulScience, @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:14 PM EDT
    I’m wondering why you are just focussing on your 'top set’ Triple Scientists. other students will need these skills too #asechat
    In reply to @ResearchSchSMCA
  • HelpfulScience Sep 18 @ 3:14 PM EDT
    Gotcha. I collected some resources I use for clubs here, hopefully helpful : ) https://t.co/DgT8iBFngQ #ASEchat
    In reply to @j11p43f, @BritSciAssoc
  • CLEAPSS Sep 18 @ 3:15 PM EDT
    An absorbing hobby is key, as it ensures you can do something where you completely forget the day job. 1/2 #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • MrsEEllis Sep 18 @ 3:15 PM EDT
    Reviewing A Level and looking for ways to improve scheme and delivery now the first set of results are in #asechat
  • Arakwai Sep 18 @ 3:15 PM EDT
    Soooooo true!!!! It's breaking my heart to see them feel like failures 🙁 #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:15 PM EDT
    Try Crest Awards https://t.co/tL4zhMCdvz #asechat
    In reply to @j11p43f
  • CLEAPSS Sep 18 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    Rallying kept me just about sane during the days of 5 day Ofsted inspections with specialist inspectors... #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    Do your personal priorities line up with department/school? Does it matter? #asechat
  • MarcNeesam Sep 18 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    @neil_trevethan can give you the sales pitch 🙂CREST are good things to do #ASEchat
    In reply to @HelpfulScience, @j11p43f, @BritSciAssoc, @neil_trevethan
  • cleverfiend Sep 18 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    I've always been selective, some bits I just mention in passing. Dull bits are easier to ignore 😀 #ASEChat
    In reply to @Arakwai, @ViciaScience, @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    Yes, this. #asechat
    • MrsEEllis Sep 18 @ 3:15 PM EDT
      Reviewing A Level and looking for ways to improve scheme and delivery now the first set of results are in #asechat
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    #asechat so agree, jumping and throwing with understanding
    In reply to @CLEAPSS, @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • HelpfulScience Sep 18 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    In my 1st year I kept a “happy diary” in my reflective journal - wrote down at least 1 positive thing that happened every day : ) #ASEchat
    In reply to @educabbyholbro1, @stevethedoc1, @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    Thanks Marc, your support for science teaching would be warmly welcomed. How much time have you got??? #ASEChat
    In reply to @MarcNeesam
  • gregtheseal Sep 18 @ 3:17 PM EDT
    #asechat I would like to improve outcomes for higher ability students whilst smoothing out the bumps of the new spec
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:18 PM EDT
    #asechat those 'warm fuzzies' as I refer to them, need a drawer of them for those tough days/ times
    In reply to @HelpfulScience, @educabbyholbro1, @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • mrsjmclark Sep 18 @ 3:18 PM EDT
    Set homeworks to enable spaced practice & use more retrieval practice + dual coding in lessons. And stick to my daily @Headspace! #ASEChat
    In reply to @hrogerson, @Headspace
  • ErChilvers Sep 18 @ 3:18 PM EDT
    My Mum gave me a book to do just that last Christmas. It's been languishing in a box. Perhaps it's time to dig it out. #ASEChat
    In reply to @HelpfulScience, @educabbyholbro1, @stevethedoc1, @ViciaScience, @hrogerson
  • FarmStokehill Sep 18 @ 3:18 PM EDT
    'Whodunnit' with a few different clues each week (footprints, DNA fingerprints, actual fingerprints, soil tests, pollen grains etc) #ASEchat
    In reply to @j11p43f
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:18 PM EDT
    Just in case you don’t have the link https://t.co/yANeWoLeM4 anyone else still to join? @theASE #asechat Great priority!
    In reply to @MarcNeesam, @theASE
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:18 PM EDT
    Heard from HMI today that schools using parents /govs with STEM experience helps dev of science skills Ss #ASEChat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:19 PM EDT
    Did you see this @hrogerson I’m finding out how you get the stuff if you cant attend the launch #asechat #ScienceCapital
  • teacherchalky1 Sep 18 @ 3:19 PM EDT
    I think your personal priorities will always focus on getting the most out of your students which go hand in hand with the schools #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:20 PM EDT
    #asechat careful now Marc, do you know how to say No? or 'maybe!'
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @MarcNeesam
  • MarcNeesam Sep 18 @ 3:20 PM EDT
    Now that's a dangerous question as I won't be good at saying no - I like thinking about science education too much! #ASEchat
    In reply to @ViciaScience
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:20 PM EDT
    We had lunchtime staff running club and staff curry lunch club (different days!) #ASEChat
    In reply to @CLEAPSS, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:21 PM EDT
    It's my ambition to do the Big Garden Bird Watch this winter, so we've got to get a bird table. A small priority. #asechat
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:21 PM EDT
    Really good point. #asechat
    In reply to @teacherchalky1
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:21 PM EDT
    Lets talk! #ASEChat
    • MarcNeesam Sep 18 @ 3:20 PM EDT
      Now that's a dangerous question as I won't be good at saying no - I like thinking about science education too much! #ASEchat
      In reply to @ViciaScience
  • Philip_HarrisUK Sep 18 @ 3:21 PM EDT
    Really interesting #ASEchat this evening, covering everything from practical best practice to setting up your STEM club
  • Arakwai Sep 18 @ 3:21 PM EDT
    Absolutely! At the moment I would say we start from GCSE content and fit in Entry Level assessments...#asechat
    In reply to @drhollywilliams, @hrogerson
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:22 PM EDT
    #asechat now we know, it must be a BIG priority, watching for your data return on 2018
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • Arakwai Sep 18 @ 3:22 PM EDT
    ...I'm going to suggest to my HoD we take the opposite approach & focus on teaching ELC key ideas, then extend to GCSE level. #asechat
    In reply to @drhollywilliams, @hrogerson
  • FarmStokehill Sep 18 @ 3:22 PM EDT
    A very sensible priority (and a SMART target as well!) #ASEchat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • MarcNeesam Sep 18 @ 3:22 PM EDT
    Yes 😎 #ASEchat
    In reply to @stevethedoc1, @ViciaScience
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:22 PM EDT
    From discussion so far, staff well being is a priority - if not for self then for colleagues. Share tips join how to stay sane #ASEChat
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:22 PM EDT
    These might be different to your PM targets, some of which should align to school/dept #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • Arakwai Sep 18 @ 3:23 PM EDT
    Oh gosh, sooooooo this!!! #asechat
    In reply to @mrbakerphysics, @ViciaScience, @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:23 PM EDT
    and now? #asechat
    In reply to @HelpfulScience, @educabbyholbro1, @stevethedoc1, @ViciaScience, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:23 PM EDT
    I didn't know there were teaching materials coming, no. So thanks. Be interested to read more. #asechat
    In reply to @NeedhamL56
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:24 PM EDT
    And if a boy, I heard 'peeing' helps too with understanding science! #ASEChat #passthesaltpinch
    In reply to @stevethedoc1, @CLEAPSS, @ErChilvers, @hrogerson
  • bellaale Sep 18 @ 3:24 PM EDT
    What do you do on Mondays if you are a primary science specialist with an interest in behaviour? 😉 #PrimaryRocks #ASEchat #behaviourchat
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:24 PM EDT
    Trying to get Year 9 on board, we'll see how that goes! #asechat
    In reply to @stevethedoc1
  • MarcNeesam Sep 18 @ 3:25 PM EDT
    I would recommend to all primary science leaders look at @Psqm_HQ this year - promote science in your school and get great CPD #asechat
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:25 PM EDT
    And especially if those higher ability students come from disadvantaged circumstances? #ASEChat
    In reply to @gregtheseal
  • BehaviourTeach Sep 18 @ 3:25 PM EDT
    Become a Twitter legend and hop across 3 chats lol #behaviourchat #primaryrocks #ASEchat
    In reply to @bellaale
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:25 PM EDT
    #asechat appoint a couple of Bird Watch technicians (pupils)
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:26 PM EDT
    #asechat
    • mrbakerphysics Sep 18 @ 3:20 PM EDT
      Can you modify tests so they can access them? Heartbreaking to try and persuade them it's 'ok to get a few marks because it's hard'
      In reply to @Arakwai, @ViciaScience, @hrogerson
  • MattEndeanRally Sep 18 @ 3:26 PM EDT
    Do this at the weekends, and it gives you real world STEM & risk management in action to talk about. https://t.co/rkyaKM2peS #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:26 PM EDT
    Thanks! 😁Hopefully watching birds from Mrs B's room will become popular. 🤞 #asechat
    In reply to @FarmStokehill
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:26 PM EDT
    Don't forget casually placed blood splatters #ASEChat
    In reply to @FarmStokehill, @j11p43f
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:27 PM EDT
    Trying to do that.... want her to pick a bird table and replace the food every other day. #asechat
    In reply to @stevethedoc1
  • CLEAPSS Sep 18 @ 3:27 PM EDT
    Set up web cams in nesting boxes, great links with D&T and ICT. #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson, @FarmStokehill
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:28 PM EDT
    Is this something all schools could learn from? A priority to to support each other as GCSE beds in #ASEChat
    In reply to @Arakwai, @drhollywilliams, @hrogerson
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:28 PM EDT
    #asechat make it more than one technician!
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:29 PM EDT
    My priority is to manage the demands of @theASE chair with a full on day job, plus family, and Vera our new camper van #asechat #juggling
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:29 PM EDT
    #asechat or even camera on food table
    In reply to @CLEAPSS, @hrogerson, @FarmStokehill
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:30 PM EDT
    Good luck Linda. Going to be a busy woman. #asechat
    In reply to @NeedhamL56, @theASE
  • gregtheseal Sep 18 @ 3:30 PM EDT
    we need a way to super charge the bedding in #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @Arakwai, @drhollywilliams, @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:30 PM EDT
    will be interesting to see differences across classes, and what works best for each #asechat
    In reply to @ResearchSchSMCA
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:32 PM EDT
    From a policy perspective we are campaigning for no curriculum change in foreseeable future. #ASEChat
    In reply to @gregtheseal, @Arakwai, @drhollywilliams, @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:32 PM EDT
    👀🤔#asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson, @theASE
  • gregtheseal Sep 18 @ 3:32 PM EDT
    hear hear #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @Arakwai, @drhollywilliams, @hrogerson
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:33 PM EDT
    Also nationally we need to show the disruptive effect of weak teacher supply /retention. #ASEChat
    In reply to @gregtheseal, @Arakwai, @drhollywilliams, @hrogerson
  • A_Weatherall - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:33 PM EDT
    #asechat Prioritising life vs school vs projects vs new projects vs life can get completely overwhelming.
    • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 2:56 PM EDT
      But I agree with @A_Weatherall that things can easily get out of hand!
      In reply to @oboelizzy, @A_Weatherall, @A_Weatherall
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:34 PM EDT
    Will be pleased to help! #ASEChat
    In reply to @ResearchSchSMCA
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:34 PM EDT
    You guys need to include #asechat this is an interesting discussion linking exam analysis to knowledge gas and staff CPD
    • gregtheseal Sep 18 @ 3:31 PM EDT
      how about specific cpd for staff to support subject knowledge gaps?
      In reply to @MrsEEllis
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:34 PM EDT
    That would be great. #asechat
    • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:32 PM EDT
      From a policy perspective we are campaigning for no curriculum change in foreseeable future. #ASEChat
      In reply to @gregtheseal, @Arakwai, @drhollywilliams, @hrogerson
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:34 PM EDT
    #asechat is it weak or actually limited?
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @gregtheseal, @Arakwai, @drhollywilliams, @hrogerson
  • MarcNeesam Sep 18 @ 3:34 PM EDT
    Also for this year pay proper respect to Science Education Royalty #theneedhams #asechat https://t.co/Ea6pQPVw8J
    • Glazgow Sep 16 @ 8:43 AM EDT
      Brilliant to meet you and @ViciaScience vtoo. Wasn't sure whether or not I needed to bow in the presence of Science Ed Royalty!
      In reply to @NeedhamL56, @theASE, @ViciaScience
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:35 PM EDT
    I believe all teachers should have a personal target outside teaching to help keep them sane #ASEChat
    In reply to @A_Weatherall
  • A_Weatherall - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:35 PM EDT
    #asechat - sure, but I some things that don't give me fulfilment, but that I've committed to doing. Non-paid.
    In reply to @ViciaScience
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:35 PM EDT
    Maybe you should prioritise applying for a grant to support STEM activities #asechat
  • CLEAPSS Sep 18 @ 3:36 PM EDT
    we can but dream.... #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:36 PM EDT
    Share your priorities for 2017/18 with #asechat this evening.
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:36 PM EDT
    Mmmm. People are noticing science has particular problems in maintaining staff numbers currently. Limited supply for sure #ASEChat
    In reply to @stevethedoc1, @gregtheseal, @Arakwai, @drhollywilliams, @hrogerson
  • SteveTeachPhys Sep 18 @ 3:37 PM EDT
    I've got a member of my dept taking on A level for the first time so my priority is to make sure he enjoys it. #ASEchat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:37 PM EDT
    I have been where I am for a while now and each year the priorities get more tricky, like we need new white boards but it's a pain. #asechat
  • Rendcombbiology Sep 18 @ 3:38 PM EDT
    implementing new iGCSE spec #asechat
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:38 PM EDT
    That's a great aim #asechat
    In reply to @SteveTeachPhys
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:38 PM EDT
    You know my answer to this #asechat (and don’t forget #CSciTeach)
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • ResearchSchSMCA Sep 18 @ 3:38 PM EDT
    It will indeed and as the teacher of one of the classes I will be ideally placed to keep #ASEChat informed with @LST_Physics.
    In reply to @NeedhamL56, @LST_Physics
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:39 PM EDT
    #ASEChat I totally agree. Some of the best Simon Mayo confessions involve schools
    • FarmStokehill Sep 18 @ 3:25 PM EDT
      Remember to have fun in lessons, for you and the class - I can't imagine another job where I would laugh as much.
      In reply to @ViciaScience
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:39 PM EDT
    Oops Once a teacher #asechat sorry didn’t mean to come across as critical, I really enjoyed your exchange :)
    • gregtheseal Sep 18 @ 3:36 PM EDT
      oops sorry :( wont do it again Miss
      In reply to @NeedhamL56
  • CLEAPSS Sep 18 @ 3:40 PM EDT
    Got lots of them most are quite secret squirrel at the moment But key one is always the same getting ppl hands doing practical work #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • FarmStokehill Sep 18 @ 3:40 PM EDT
    That's a great approach. If he is enjoying the lessons, you can be pretty confident that the pupils will be as well #ASEchat
    In reply to @SteveTeachPhys, @hrogerson
  • SteveTeachPhys Sep 18 @ 3:40 PM EDT
    My personal aim is to get the kids making superconductors to get a move on; I love playing with LN2! #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:40 PM EDT
    I think earning recognition for commitment to science education, e.g. by chartered status, is something all on #ASEChat should consider
  • EggucationDebs Sep 18 @ 3:41 PM EDT
    #asechat grants for @CRESTAwards close on 20th October and @ScienceWeekUK #Kickstarter open soon. Get excited about #BritishScienceWeek now
  • Rendcombbiology Sep 18 @ 3:42 PM EDT
    #asechat promoting women in STEM and finishing my MEd
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:42 PM EDT
    Get a shift on Think I’d pass these priorities on to someone else in the team, great project for a CV #asechat
  • luis191912 Sep 18 @ 3:42 PM EDT
    GET FREE QUALITY #FOLLOWERS PER DAY 🌟 https://t.co/TWd0PfMC7q 🌟 #United #NEvsNO #asechat @Lasematistore @ThSoaringEagle
  • mwnm Sep 18 @ 3:43 PM EDT
    bit late to #asechat but my priority for new year is mid/low ability girls motivation (or lack of) - any suggestions gratefully received
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:43 PM EDT
    Good luck! Great priorities. #asechat
    In reply to @Rendcombbiology
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:44 PM EDT
    Are there support networks you can tap into, e.g. @theAE, MATs, local groups of schools, SLPs etc? #asechat
    In reply to @drhollywilliams, @Arakwai, @hrogerson, @TheaE
  • Glazgow Sep 18 @ 3:44 PM EDT
    We looking at developing science capital and parental/community engagement throughout the school #ASEChat
  • Rendcombbiology Sep 18 @ 3:44 PM EDT
    Thanks #asechat. Also hosting Monmouth Biology Group this year
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:44 PM EDT
    I need to work on improving the approach students take to written answers at A-level. Insisting on more precise spoken answers. #asechat
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:44 PM EDT
    #asechat get their mums involved in science/STEM and look for relevance
    In reply to @mwnm
  • gregtheseal Sep 18 @ 3:44 PM EDT
    not critical at all! Also you didn't notice I missed the #asechat of that last one too.
    In reply to @NeedhamL56
  • MrsEEllis Sep 18 @ 3:45 PM EDT
    I've been looking into CSciTeach, but I don't know how realistic it is for me to accomplish at the moment #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:45 PM EDT
    Take look at The People Like Me materials https://t.co/nRyb2MbO8T Convince them that science is for them #asechat
    • mwnm Sep 18 @ 3:43 PM EDT
      bit late to #asechat but my priority for new year is mid/low ability girls motivation (or lack of) - any suggestions gratefully received
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:45 PM EDT
    Good luck! That's an ambitious aim. #asechat
    In reply to @rosethechemist
  • Rendcombbiology Sep 18 @ 3:45 PM EDT
    they need role models #asechat
    In reply to @mwnm
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:45 PM EDT
    #asechat bring a Mum to a science lesson/ activity
    In reply to @Glazgow
  • SteveTeachPhys Sep 18 @ 3:46 PM EDT
    I miss the ability to do that, now with CIE, last time I did it we identified electricity as a problem and rewrote the KS3 course #ASEchat
    In reply to @MrsEEllis, @gregtheseal
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:46 PM EDT
    Ha ha ha , see the pointed #asechat all on a line of its own!
    In reply to @gregtheseal
  • MsDowdS10 Sep 18 @ 3:46 PM EDT
    Taking on A Level for the first time, don't want to let my last years Y11s down! #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:47 PM EDT
    So interested in how this goes @ASPIRES2science #asechat
    • Glazgow Sep 18 @ 3:44 PM EDT
      We looking at developing science capital and parental/community engagement throughout the school #ASEChat
  • emeeay Sep 18 @ 3:48 PM EDT
    improve department approach to PAGs and other practicals, improve feedback to sts, do more physics enrichment #ASEChat #alevel #priorities
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • Glazgow Sep 18 @ 3:48 PM EDT
    I'll keep you updated #asechat
    In reply to @NeedhamL56, @ASPIRES2science
  • gregtheseal Sep 18 @ 3:48 PM EDT
    Good idea, anything with the whole team involved makes it better. better conversation #asechat @NeedhamL56
    In reply to @MrsEEllis, @NeedhamL56
  • hanoaadel019 Sep 18 @ 3:48 PM EDT
    GET FREE QUALITY #FOLLOWERS PER DAY 🌟 https://t.co/kjKjugqOaA 🌟 #United #NEvsNO #asechat @CarsForNoCredit @mylatinajourney
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:48 PM EDT
    @hrogerson have you set yourself a personal target outside the classroom as a priority for the year? #asechat
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:49 PM EDT
    Enjoy, and all the best. #asechat
    In reply to @MsDowdS10
  • doc_kristy Sep 18 @ 3:49 PM EDT
    #asechat priorities for the year, continue with a strong literacy focus and develop creativity with a STEAM agenda
  • MsDowdS10 Sep 18 @ 3:49 PM EDT
    I feel like it's going ok so far, just worried I'm not spotting it going wrong!! #ASEChat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:50 PM EDT
    Good priorities. I do wonder if I can do more with the PAGs to help prepare students better and help understanding. 🤔 #asechat
    In reply to @emeeay
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:50 PM EDT
    You won’t, don’t be afraid to ask the team for support. #cantknoweverything #asechat
    • MsDowdS10 Sep 18 @ 3:46 PM EDT
      Taking on A Level for the first time, don't want to let my last years Y11s down! #asechat
      In reply to @hrogerson
  • Salix_lanata Sep 18 @ 3:51 PM EDT
    it is like they forget those LoR GCSE skills and write rambling essays at A level- why? #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:51 PM EDT
    Do you have plans about how these will be achieved? #asechat #timelines
    • emeeay Sep 18 @ 3:48 PM EDT
      improve department approach to PAGs and other practicals, improve feedback to sts, do more physics enrichment #ASEChat #alevel #priorities
      In reply to @hrogerson
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:52 PM EDT
    Has anyone set 'attend ASE Conference ' as a priority? (besides @NeedhamL56 ) #asechat
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:52 PM EDT
    Hi Marilyn! Only seems like 2 mins since you moved to Post 16, is it 2 years? #asechat
    In reply to @emeeay, @hrogerson
  • oboelizzy Sep 18 @ 3:52 PM EDT
    yeah me -- of course!! #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @NeedhamL56
  • A_Weatherall - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:53 PM EDT
    #ASEChat as always y11 is a priority. Hopefully not at the expense of everyone else. Some y11 classes need more cajoling than others!
  • emeeay Sep 18 @ 3:53 PM EDT
    if you have ideas pass them my way 😄 #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:53 PM EDT
    Ooh Ian. I am seeing you in a new light! #ASEChat Should we all adopt a mentor?
    • DSGhataura Sep 18 @ 3:52 PM EDT
      The framework has been very useful in planning out my pd. That and @teachingofsci who is like a PD dad now.
      In reply to @ViciaScience, @teachingofsci
  • oboelizzy Sep 18 @ 3:53 PM EDT
    Everyone should go to #aseconf!! #asechat
  • FarmStokehill Sep 18 @ 3:53 PM EDT
    And improving their response to written feedback? #ASEchat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • stevethedoc1 Sep 18 @ 3:54 PM EDT
    #asechat could it be as 6 weeks ago I could do LoR and now I need to do full essays? Small steps maybe
    In reply to @Salix_lanata, @hrogerson
  • emeeay Sep 18 @ 3:54 PM EDT
    I've done one full year. Love it! I'm promoted now too, so in charge of the physics curriculum 😀#asechat
    In reply to @NeedhamL56, @hrogerson
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:55 PM EDT
    #ASEChat
    • DSGhataura Sep 18 @ 3:54 PM EDT
      I think having a someone with a bit more free time to help navigate the waters is a good thing.
      In reply to @ViciaScience
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:55 PM EDT
    That's a good point. I need to encourage 'excellent seeking' habits in my students. #asechat
    In reply to @FarmStokehill
  • mwnm Sep 18 @ 3:55 PM EDT
    yeah, already got plans to get some women in STEM careers in to do some talks and/or workshops #asechat
    In reply to @Rendcombbiology
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:56 PM EDT
    Sorry it must have been someone else who said they were doing a masters #tweetdeck #meltdown, lots of us on #asechat can help
    In reply to @MrsEEllis, @ViciaScience
  • A_Weatherall - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:56 PM EDT
    #asechat here's another priority. I'm involved in new @TeacherTapp project. Our first week went like this. Join in. https://t.co/vHCnruouAQ
  • emeeay Sep 18 @ 3:56 PM EDT
    First thing was to order lab books. Now will scrap most of the method sheets - prefer sts to write short method themselves... #asechat
    In reply to @NeedhamL56
  • FarmStokehill Sep 18 @ 3:57 PM EDT
    Plus, plan and volunteer to RUN a session at the ASE conference the following year - it's really not that scary! #ASEchat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @NeedhamL56
  • DSGhataura Sep 18 @ 3:57 PM EDT
    I'm looking for small local (London) #asechat confs as we speak!
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @NeedhamL56
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:57 PM EDT
    Congratulations thats lovely news #asechat
    • emeeay Sep 18 @ 3:54 PM EDT
      I've done one full year. Love it! I'm promoted now too, so in charge of the physics curriculum 😀#asechat
      In reply to @NeedhamL56, @hrogerson
  • Rendcombbiology Sep 18 @ 3:57 PM EDT
    #asechat Greta idea, was thinking of more low key - give them a name and get them to do some research, there's so many amazing women in STEM
    In reply to @mwnm
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:57 PM EDT
    Quality and response to feedback will be given greater priority over marking in future Ofsted inspections #ASEChat #horsesmouth
    In reply to @hrogerson, @FarmStokehill
  • emeeay Sep 18 @ 3:57 PM EDT
    Next need to make sure equip ready to do PAG at same time as teaching theory. #asechat
    In reply to @NeedhamL56
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:58 PM EDT
    We have a Northern Conference on inclusion in Sheffield on Nov 11 - #maybetoofar #asechat
    In reply to @DSGhataura, @NeedhamL56
  • hrogerson Sep 18 @ 3:58 PM EDT
    I think my personal priorities may take me away from science education in the future. #asechat
  • CLEAPSS Sep 18 @ 3:59 PM EDT
    Oh yes with an even bigger CLEAPSS presence in 2018! #asechat
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @NeedhamL56
  • emeeay Sep 18 @ 3:59 PM EDT
    Better feedback by marking a question or two on every homework. 1 long answer q and 1 calculation based. #asechat
    In reply to @NeedhamL56
  • ViciaScience Sep 18 @ 3:59 PM EDT
    Are you taking up tandem riding? #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson
  • gregtheseal Sep 18 @ 3:59 PM EDT
    #asechat I like this.
    In reply to @ViciaScience, @hrogerson, @FarmStokehill
  • NeedhamL56 - Moderator Sep 18 @ 3:59 PM EDT
    thats a mysterious tweet ! #asechat
    In reply to @hrogerson