#ASEchat Archive
The Association for Science Education (ASE) promotes excellence in science teaching and learning. Follow #ASEchat Mondays at 3pm ET.
Monday February 27, 2017
3:00 PM EST
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:00 PM EST
Welcome to
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
. I'm
@gazneedle
your host. Tonight's Qs in a moment but 1st
In reply to @gazneedle
participatechat
Feb 27 @ 3:00 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
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by sharing resources and collaborating at
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edubabbIe
Feb 27 @ 3:00 PM EST
Goodness-of-fit index ≠ An analysis of the economic, cultural, social, and cultural approaches to education.
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cheltscigrp
Feb 27 @ 3:00 PM EST
Evening
@LynneBianchi
We care!
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#primary
rocks
In reply to @LynneBianchi
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:01 PM EST
Tonight’s
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
questions will be at: Q1 – 8:05pm Q2 – 8:20pm Q3 – 8:35pm Q4 – 8:50pm
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:01 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
this one is easy for me 'nothing' have no memory of primary science at all!
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:00 PM EST
Welcome to
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
. I'm
@gazneedle
your host. Tonight's Qs in a moment but 1st
In reply to @gazneedle
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:01 PM EST
Non existent - will that do
#ASEChat
#Primaryrocks
- but for me it was the family that counted more than school!
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:01 PM EST
Can't remember doing any science in primary school cept measuring wind strength and the seasons. Eons ago
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @gazneedle
rjpritchard
Feb 27 @ 3:01 PM EST
Missing.
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#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:02 PM EST
Remember the hashtag
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
so your tweets can be seen.
stormeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:02 PM EST
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Great it's primary!! But it's be too corny to name our software as our favourite resource
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:02 PM EST
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#PrimaryRocks
wow that was one hard core primary school!
Mroberts90Matt
Feb 27 @ 3:01 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
A0: Prediction, equipment, method, results, conclusion, evaluation (I'm counting that as one phrase!)
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:02 PM EST
Inspiring teacher
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PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:02 PM EST
Not very positive messages for science memories so far!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:03 PM EST
Please keep the
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
chat ad free!
SpringLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:03 PM EST
bird project!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @priscigeeks
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:03 PM EST
Inspiring teacher?
#PrimaryRocks
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In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:03 PM EST
As long as you sucked and not blew!
#PrimaryRocks
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In reply to @learnmesummat
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:03 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#asechat
nature stuff. We had a pond
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:03 PM EST
Calling
#asechat
!
MrMclugash
Feb 27 @ 3:02 PM EST
would be interested to hear some sec. teachers weigh in on Q1!
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:03 PM EST
Sounds interesting!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @SpringLearns, @priscigeeks
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:03 PM EST
So, what are we saying...'just imagine' what it could be like if people like us started at primary!
#onfire
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
Tungsten98
Feb 27 @ 3:03 PM EST
Can't remember any primary science!
#PrimaryRocks
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SpringLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:04 PM EST
Think it was mostly drawing pictures of birds!
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In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @priscigeeks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:04 PM EST
1 minute until
#PrimaryRocks
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Question 1
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:04 PM EST
Spot on! Love this
#PrimaryRocks
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In reply to @LynneBianchi
MartinGSaunders
Feb 27 @ 3:04 PM EST
Howdy! Did I do science in primary? I suppose I must have at some point... 🤔
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @gazneedle
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:04 PM EST
#asechat
#primaryrocks
FUN!
In reply to @Ben_Culverhouse
JeevanSChagger
Feb 27 @ 3:04 PM EST
Jeevan Chagger, 20, Lead Health Mentor
@Evolve_Impact
working in Primary schools in Birmingham
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Science: non-existent
In reply to @Evolve_Impact
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:04 PM EST
I had one for a CHristmas present. Wanted to blow stuff up but things just quietly bubbled!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @ChrisChivers2
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@theASE
@priscigeeks
Q1
In reply to @theASE, @priscigeeks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@theASE
@priscigeeks
Q1
In reply to @theASE, @priscigeeks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
whaaaaatttt?? really?
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
to see if they rolled?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @theprimaryhead
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
We did outdoors stuff I'm sure - growing plants etc. - just didn't name it as 'science'
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
SpringLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
speaking to student teachers today - very very variable between the primary schools they are in
In reply to @A_Weatherall
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
worrying if sec teachers recollection of primary science is that it is non existent
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
MrsSuperSTEM
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
Pitfall traps in Yr4, minibeast topic
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @gazneedle
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
We had chick eggs delivered to school today :)
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
@marygriff22
In reply to @marygriff22
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:06 PM EST
#asechat
#primaryrocks
A1 need to hav good comms between sec/prim- new curric is slimmer so should be more consistency in approach ^Kat
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:06 PM EST
It was called 'topic' - we'd find the science more typical of what we relate to as 'curriculum'
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:06 PM EST
I think that is most people's judging from the tweets
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @ViciaScience
stormeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:06 PM EST
Isn't one of the keys things at primary is how to look at and investigate scientifically and have a scientific approach?
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whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:06 PM EST
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#PrimaryRocks
well, we did topic work, does that count? (82-89)
In reply to @priscigeeks
FarmStokehill
Feb 27 @ 3:06 PM EST
Q1
#ASEchat
Rhetorical question.... I hope? Primary teachers have the best chance to build the foundations of a questioning mindset.
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:06 PM EST
I went to a middle school so lit my furst Bunsen burner in Year 6!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @ViciaScience
MartinGSaunders
Feb 27 @ 3:06 PM EST
My memory at secondary was nearly getting suspended for trying (& succeeding) to make things go bang in chemistry 😬
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MrsSuperSTEM
Feb 27 @ 3:06 PM EST
And growing broad beans in Yr6
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MrsSuperSTEM
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
Pitfall traps in Yr4, minibeast topic
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @gazneedle
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:07 PM EST
#asechat
-sorry guys-late on parade-what is our topic/question?
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:07 PM EST
Remember the hashtag
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
so your tweets can be seen.
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:07 PM EST
Crucial from EY, let alone Primary - we get it wrong at the foundation level then we forever fight a losing battle
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
year6missNW
Feb 27 @ 3:07 PM EST
much more cross-curricular opps this way! Science seems to stand alone!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @LynneBianchi
SIMMSPriScience
Feb 27 @ 3:07 PM EST
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
Too old to remember!
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:07 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
:)
robot_teacher
Feb 27 @ 3:07 PM EST
kids love science and it engages their minds differently. It's all about stimulus & questioning.
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
A_Weatherall
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:07 PM EST
Q3 The ExpeRimental videos by
@alomshaha
for
@Ri_Science
are a must watch. Brilliant ideas
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
https://t.co/F0GXWzkyJC
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 2:55 PM EST
5 minutes until
#PrimaryRocks
&
#ASEchat
. Here are tonight's questions
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:07 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
or even more worrying if neither pri or sec teachers can remember?
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
worrying if sec teachers recollection of primary science is that it is non existent
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:08 PM EST
and then to plan how to answer those questions!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @cnesbitt1811, @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
MartinGSaunders
Feb 27 @ 3:08 PM EST
A1 Primary is where the love of learning should start so primary science should be all about the awesome
#primaryrocks
#asechat
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:08 PM EST
GOing to have to be concise then!
#Primaryrocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
Science_HOD
Feb 27 @ 3:08 PM EST
#asechat
what's the topic people?
A_Weatherall
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:08 PM EST
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A_Weatherall
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:04 PM EST
Q1 eek! we care. We want to be able to build on pri science, but sci done is often variable between feeders.
#PrimaryRocks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:08 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
love a bit of live life cycles spring is nearly hear!
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
We had chick eggs delivered to school today :)
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
@marygriff22
In reply to @marygriff22
MrsSLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:08 PM EST
The Health Project in Year 6 (or Junior 4 as it was known then!). Totally inspired me.
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @gazneedle
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:09 PM EST
My concern about XC topic based teaching is that chldn do not recognise the science they are learning
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
Tracy_Tyrrell
Feb 27 @ 3:09 PM EST
Don't even need to build it - it's there already. Need to encourage and nurture it
#asechat
In reply to @FarmStokehill
Tungsten98
Feb 27 @ 3:09 PM EST
Primary Science is so much fun for teachers and young people, could do with more priority Nationally
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:09 PM EST
Big question - when did science become 'curriculum'? Is it the NC that's made things better or worse?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:09 PM EST
quality.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @theprimaryhead
AllanaG13
Feb 27 @ 3:09 PM EST
A1 The quality of Science teachng establishes the investigative skills for secondary.Essential to build interest
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
JeevanSChagger
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
A1- Primary science is crucial in helping pupils get to grips with basics to encourage reasoning and questioning IMO
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
ThorntonSciPark
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
Undergraduate degrees from
@UoCSciEng
emphasise practical skills & theoretical knowledge to maximise opportunities for graduates
#ASEChat
massignmenthelp
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
#asechat
Should the toughest kids be assigned to the best teachers?
https://t.co/3NhTh6bfZF
AssignmentHelpN
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
#asechat
10 Simple Ways to Use Pinterest For Classroom Teaching
https://t.co/0i2sbvZqo7
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
YES! This is what primary education SHOULD be- igniting the flame, sparking curiosity
#primaryrocks
#asechat
.
In reply to @MartinGSaunders
MrsSuperSTEM
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
Agree with variability and we do care! We're working with one feeder to deliver lessons once a term
#ASEChat
A_Weatherall
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:04 PM EST
Q1 eek! we care. We want to be able to build on pri science, but sci done is often variable between feeders.
#PrimaryRocks
cnesbitt1811
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
I think in a system driven by results in three aspects of learning other subjects have become lost. :(
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @priscigeeks
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
It's got to matter to use what secondary think... it's not about letting them 'think it' - but engaging them with it
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
slhattersley
Feb 27 @ 3:05 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
yes it matters, we are teaching kids and inspiring them to love science that's what matters no what secondary thinks!
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
#asechat
Some of us at secondary do care & try to support our feeder primaries - can be hard if you have a lot of feeders though!
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
Having had opportunity to volunteer in primary school..very impressed by level of investigative work
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
AllanaG13
Feb 27 @ 3:09 PM EST
A1 The quality of Science teachng establishes the investigative skills for secondary.Essential to build interest
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
Agree-not against topic based per se but conceptual coherence of sci topic important
#asechat
#primaryRocks
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:09 PM EST
My concern about XC topic based teaching is that chldn do not recognise the science they are learning
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
SpringLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:11 PM EST
Is it funded and resourced properly in secondary schools?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @redgierob, @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:11 PM EST
The NC certainly helped put science on the primary agenda in '86-7. Since then too much tinkering
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @LynneBianchi
Tracy_Tyrrell
Feb 27 @ 3:11 PM EST
Stand alone science and recognise the science or xcurricular and recognise the importance!?
#asechat
In reply to @ViciaScience
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:11 PM EST
Easier if they're not 'feeding' you but being in partnership with you - that you're both part of the same journey
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
#asechat
Some of us at secondary do care & try to support our feeder primaries - can be hard if you have a lot of feeders though!
AllanaG13
Feb 27 @ 3:11 PM EST
Primary science can also be used as a platform for smooth transition in the later years.Prim & Sec working together
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:08 PM EST
We work very closely with our secondary schools to ensure progression from end of primary to start of secondary
#primaryrocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
Is that all the curriculum is about?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @WatsEd, @theASE, @priscigeeks
A_Weatherall
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
we're trying to do similar.
#asechat
In reply to @MrsSuperSTEM
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
A1: yes it matters - If primary doesn't count - why don't Chn just go to school at 11?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
year6missNW
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
A1: if we are teaching the necessary skills still but teaching any way to cover those skills, does it work still?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#asechat
agreed - I taught Y6 classes in two feeders last year and was really impressed by questions 1/2
In reply to @hecharden
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
Not always easier - but great when it works. How do you do it?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:08 PM EST
We work very closely with our secondary schools to ensure progression from end of primary to start of secondary
#primaryrocks
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
would be great to showcase where this is successful
#asechat
#primaryrocks
@pstt_whyhow
In reply to @pstt_whyhow
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:11 PM EST
Easier if they're not 'feeding' you but being in partnership with you - that you're both part of the same journey
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
#asechat
Some of us at secondary do care & try to support our feeder primaries - can be hard if you have a lot of feeders though!
WTeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
We should aim to make pri sci so good that there isn't an issue in progression from primary to secondary science
#ASEChat
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
Tweeting and tubing home
#asechat
#primaryrocks
FarmStokehill
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
#ASEchat
Totally agree - but also need to provide the tools to help pupils start to develop a critical framework
In reply to @Tracy_Tyrrell
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
Is anything funded properly anywhere in our edu system inc HE?strange thing to say
#asechat
In reply to @redgierob, @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:12 PM EST
fewer things in greater depth with this curric perhaps?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
Primary science needs to inspire and engage, c'ren need to head to sec. WANTING to learn more science
#asechat
#primaryrocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
science is measured in sample schools :)
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @WatsEd, @theASE, @priscigeeks
kirsten_mould
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
Yikes, we care! Working closely with local primaries on all things STEM. Builds smooth transition in so many ways.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
theASE
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
11-19 POV Provide continuity with challenge without repeating what's been achieved.
#ASEchat
#PrimaryRocks
https://t.co/xJDtfuc7RJ
MrsSuperSTEM
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
Previous school had in excess of 20 feeders!
#ASEChat
#Rural
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
#asechat
Some of us at secondary do care & try to support our feeder primaries - can be hard if you have a lot of feeders though!
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
@hecharden
#asechat
#primary
rocks 2/2 Always felt I was cheating though when I went to teach y6 laden with equipment from my secondary!
In reply to @hecharden
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
often an outcome of pupil voice for
@Psqm_HQ
schools
In reply to @Psqm_HQ
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
Too much something - just imagine if we could really engineer in science - now that's real stuff
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:11 PM EST
The NC certainly helped put science on the primary agenda in '86-7. Since then too much tinkering
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @LynneBianchi
mrsjmclark
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
The idea of science investigations is always worthwhile - the fair test idea etc - we continue to build on this
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
A1: we need a scientific literate society - not all about pipeline scientists
#asechat
#primaryrocks
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:14 PM EST
Both needed - big ideas of science as stand alone and the implications of science in context
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @Tracy_Tyrrell
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:14 PM EST
We're lucky, organised into tight clusters and our kids go to 2 sec schools only - makes it much easier
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @LynneBianchi
mrsjmclark
Feb 27 @ 3:14 PM EST
and to make science fun! Anything hands on is good to make pupils engage with science
#ASEChat
#Primaryrocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
Tungsten98
Feb 27 @ 3:14 PM EST
Primary and secondary science teachers working on transition project this year😀 in Hartlepool.
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Aspire2hope
Feb 27 @ 3:14 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
Q1 what do we mean by Science?
year6missNW
Feb 27 @ 3:14 PM EST
totally agree. Stuff they will never cover again! Needs to be more skills focussed
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
In reply to @JennaLucas81
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:14 PM EST
absolutely- at least w/o SATs we're under less pressure so CAN do it the way we want
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @Glazgow
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
curiosity has to come when there is interest?
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
Is this something that should be done more at secondary?
#primaryscience
#ASEChat
JeevanSChagger
Feb 27 @ 3:10 PM EST
A1- Primary science is crucial in helping pupils get to grips with basics to encourage reasoning and questioning IMO
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
WTeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
.
@MrChurchTweets
totally agree - that's our aim too! Young people who are prepared for their futures and sci is key in this!
#ASEChat
In reply to @MrChurchTweets
SIMMSPriScience
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
Are goals at primary the same at secondary?
In reply to @MrChurchTweets
JeevanSChagger
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
but is there anything you would define as 'fundamentals'? I. E States of matter?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @JennaLucas81
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
Love the amount of tweets this eve. Not sure I can keep up!
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
:)
NorthDevonTeach
Feb 27 @ 3:14 PM EST
Q1
@PrimaryRocks1
@Ri_Science
Totally does matter, inspiration starts in primary. we don't teach want to teach 4 assess & transition.
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @Ri_Science
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
interesting- what would you cut?
#primaryrocks
#asechat
In reply to @JennaLucas81
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
but important that it is not just presented as 'wow' sci
#asechat
#primaryrocks
doesn't have to be prac+flashes+bangs to excite+engage
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:13 PM EST
Primary science needs to inspire and engage, c'ren need to head to sec. WANTING to learn more science
#asechat
#primaryrocks
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
Hmm I see... doable though. Maybe better doing small things well rather than not at all!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:14 PM EST
We're lucky, organised into tight clusters and our kids go to 2 sec schools only - makes it much easier
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @LynneBianchi
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
#asechat
#primaryrocks
agreed in fact we do work in p'ship and have written SOW as a town; teachers meet once a term
In reply to @LynneBianchi
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
Prefer to think of the sci as engaging, contextual and multi sensory rather than fun...?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @mrsjmclark, @PrimaryRocks1
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
great idea Dave - let's start a revolution!
year6missNW
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
with some of our topics, we limit them to think it is only scientists who'll do this again
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @MrChurchTweets
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:16 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
:D
Mr_R_Ferdy
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
I spent 5 hours last week sorting our cupboard out, found several dead spiders and a skeleton
In reply to @redgierob, @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:16 PM EST
Can you pease post the link to your blog this week? Excellent example of how sec can support a primary topic
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @SKLchem
whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:16 PM EST
but perhaps pri sci could stop selling sec sci as 'bunsen burners' cos it really isn't!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @WTeducation, @MrChurchTweets
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:16 PM EST
Would be tricky in Greater Manchester - vast! But within Alliances, Teaching Schools, Federations, clusters we are getting there
#ASEChat
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:15 PM EST
#asechat
#primaryrocks
agreed in fact we do work in p'ship and have written SOW as a town; teachers meet once a term
In reply to @LynneBianchi
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:16 PM EST
Content of skills?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @JennaLucas81
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:16 PM EST
That is an impressive effort :)
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @MissCPrimary
AllanaG13
Feb 27 @ 3:16 PM EST
Not in all schools.
#ASEChat
In reply to @SpringLearns, @redgierob, @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
SIMMSPriScience
Feb 27 @ 3:17 PM EST
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
check out the "big ideas" in science/ Harlen and co
In reply to @JeevanSChagger, @JennaLucas81
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:17 PM EST
When are sample schools notified?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @WatsEd, @theASE, @priscigeeks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:17 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
to work out what flavour wine it is? sounds like a staff night our rather than a
#scipri
lesson :-)
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:17 PM EST
I wonder what the children would say to Q1!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
WTeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:17 PM EST
.
@priscigeeks
you can nurture curiosity! Unfortunately sometimes in school ed 'we' don't give it a chance to thrive
#ASEChat
In reply to @priscigeeks
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:17 PM EST
definitely - but in my experience kids at primary are engaged and excited by ALL science
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @oboelizzy
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:17 PM EST
Use tweetdeck :)
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @MrChurchTweets
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:18 PM EST
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
Here's the link
https://t.co/DWrYEzmBnn
looking forward to welcoming Y5 pupils this week Y3,4,6 before eot
In reply to @hecharden
year6missNW
Feb 27 @ 3:18 PM EST
hey, I think I've used those facts every day in my adult life...
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @Ben_Culverhouse
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:18 PM EST
My class cheer when they see science on the timetable, doesn't matter what the topic is
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @oboelizzy
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:18 PM EST
#asechat
#primaryrocks
fear I might have lost plot! where can I find questions?
Aspire2hope
Feb 27 @ 3:18 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#ASEchat
A1 - Science is about the method not the facts. It is about asking questions and seeking answers.
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:18 PM EST
woring on it ;-)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @priscigeeks
Tracy_Tyrrell
Feb 27 @ 3:18 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks
Because it's 1 of the most imp areas to teach for the health of our world and people
#asechat
In reply to @redgierob, @oboelizzy, @Primaryrocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:19 PM EST
1 minute until
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
Question 2
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:19 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
do they though? or do they need to know how to explore the differences between different rocks and be curious?
year6missNW
Feb 27 @ 3:19 PM EST
took my Y6 to a taster day last week, abso loved it. Not too young at all!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @JeevanSChagger, @hecharden
traveller_123
Feb 27 @ 3:19 PM EST
Must be the day for it!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
#PSQM
In reply to @priscigeeks
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:19 PM EST
Cornerstone
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @Tracy_Tyrrell, @redgierob, @oboelizzy, @Primaryrocks
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:19 PM EST
Fast paced discussion about science in primary on
#asechat
and
#primaryrocks
well worth a look!
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:20 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@theASE
@priscigeeks
Q2
In reply to @theASE, @priscigeeks
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:20 PM EST
I'm confused! we don't usually have Q like this on
#asechat
!
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:20 PM EST
Surely it's about both the methods and the facts? We need to ensure we teach both in primary
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @Aspire2hope
LessonToolbox
Feb 27 @ 3:20 PM EST
Year 1 A-Level
#Biology
making IgG antibodies with lolly pop sticks & straws via
@edwardturner_
#asechat
#ukedchat
#aussieEd
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:20 PM EST
In what sense?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @oboelizzy
kirsten_mould
Feb 27 @ 3:20 PM EST
Shout out to our primaries from whom we learn so much in science which we share with our secondary staff-keep talking
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
MrAJones5a6
Feb 27 @ 3:20 PM EST
The cluster schools for our feeder sec sch all use same long term plan to TRY and give consistency and sequence
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
year6missNW
Feb 27 @ 3:20 PM EST
I teach in Wales and I do agree, however the curriculum is limited I feel!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @gethinwallace, @JennaLucas81
eyfsprimary
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
funding 😞
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
WTeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
.
@Aspire2hope
and not thinking that we have to know the answers...but can work things out, explore, find out etc
#ASEChat
In reply to @Aspire2hope
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
It would be great not to distinguish between chldn and scientists. They are scientists (and artists, musicians etc)
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
I used to love running Year 6 taster sessions. Once did a 'potions' lesson!
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @year6missNW, @JeevanSChagger
JeevanSChagger
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
Fair point. But do they get the opportunity to learn science before questioning when in secondary?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @cnesbitt1811
Tracy_Tyrrell
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
science is not expensive -only as expensie as dictionaries, thesauri, materials for drama, etc.
#asechat
In reply to @redgierob, @oboelizzy, @Primaryrocks
MrsSuperSTEM
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
Any Primary teachers using the
#TerrificScientific
resources from
@BBC_Teach
? Any good?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @BBC_Teach
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
So
@priscigeeks
and I find the barriers can just be the loss of the old 'spark', drummed out by workload
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @priscigeeks
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
Q2 Maths & English
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Aspire2hope
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
agree the questions we ask are based on the observations we make based on our immediate environment.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @paultonseducate
NorthDevonTeach
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@alomshaha
@Ri_Science
Lack of resources can be barrier.overcome could be sharing with local schs
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @alomshaha, @Ri_Science
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
we did a display to show science is all around us in our lives- kids love it :)
#primaryrocks
#asechat
In reply to @JennaLucas81
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
its about understanding what has been found out in last 500 yrs as well!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @Aspire2hope
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:22 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
loving your dedication Dave!
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:22 PM EST
Remember the hashtag
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
so your tweets can be seen.
SIMMSPriScience
Feb 27 @ 3:22 PM EST
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
love this idea to ensure progression
In reply to @MrAJones5a6
FarmStokehill
Feb 27 @ 3:22 PM EST
Q1
#ASEchat
Also, you can try to prevent persistent misunderstandings (e.g. respiration) and words like 'amount' becoming established.
primary_newbie
Feb 27 @ 3:22 PM EST
A2
@primaryrocks1
. Subject knowledge, time in curriculum.
#primaryrocks
#ASEchat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
SpringLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:22 PM EST
One of my students teachers brought in info about this to share today - she was v impressed
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @MrsSuperSTEM, @BBC_Teach
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:22 PM EST
Lol! Completely agree - they are disappointed to be repeating stuff as if they never learnt anything in primary
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
cheltscigrp
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
.
@LynneBianchi
I think kids get disappointed when they discover secondary science isn't just about Bunsen burners...
In reply to @LynneBianchi
Tracy_Tyrrell
Feb 27 @ 3:22 PM EST
a few seeds cost less than the latest exciting fiction text to inspire chn with
#asechat
In reply to @redgierob, @oboelizzy, @Primaryrocks
Teacher_2019
Feb 27 @ 3:22 PM EST
One barrier I most commonly see would be the curriculum. Districts stress on English and Math, not so much science.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:22 PM EST
music to
@watsed
's ears!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @HopeStreetBlues, @WatsEd
Psqm_HQ
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
we've found children from
#PSQM
schools go into secondary schools with more knowledge than other non PSQM schools.
MrAJones5a6
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
obviously not everything is identical but there are some non-negotiables of what we cover
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
In reply to @SIMMSPriScience
MrsSuperSTEM
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
Link here ➡️
https://t.co/mi58X8SiiO
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
MrsSuperSTEM
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
Any Primary teachers using the
#TerrificScientific
resources from
@BBC_Teach
? Any good?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @BBC_Teach
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
Ok home! What question are we on???
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
how do we overcome these though?
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
Opportunity to question at secondary is an interesting one. Is there time?
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @cnesbitt1811, @JeevanSChagger
Aspire2hope
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
A2 teachers! Time! Resources! in that order.
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
Psqm_HQ
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
do secondary schools know which of their feeder schools have the PSQM award?
bilingual_bees
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
A1 Primary Science should inspire curiosity and set kids up with skills needed for Secondary
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
Less support, less training, no one investing in
#scipri
CPD because it's not viewed as core Grrrr
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
What? Because they take up too much time?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @Stockportslic
SIMMSPriScience
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
and for some lack of confidence due to subject knowledge
In reply to @LynneBianchi, @priscigeeks
Tracy_Tyrrell
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
All subjects require funds-science is no exception but doesn't need more money than other core
#asechat
In reply to @redgierob, @oboelizzy, @Primaryrocks
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
...and Primary - EY do this magnificently
#ASEChat
In reply to @bilingual_bees
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
poor relative to Eng/Ma?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
which videos do you like?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @MissCPrimary
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
Time to set up, tidy up, teacher confidence in the content they're teaching - over crowded curriculum
#asechat
#primaryrocks
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
@ViciaScience
any idea when the results are disseminated? meant to be a general report coming out I thought
#asechat
ictlinks
Feb 27 @ 3:20 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
Son was selected last year to do Sample Y6 SATS science paper - no results shared
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @WatsEd, @theASE, @priscigeeks
stormeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
#asechat
we found schools were confident about maths and english, but not
#science
eyfsprimary
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
Q2
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @MrChurchTweets
SpringLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
in lots of schools yes :-(
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @priscigeeks
whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
teacher confidence. in subject knowledge, practicals, etc
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
Confidence is a state of mind emanating from people telling them they're not confident! A little spark goes a long way
#ASEChat
SIMMSPriScience
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
and for some lack of confidence due to subject knowledge
In reply to @LynneBianchi, @priscigeeks
Tracy_Tyrrell
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
Get parents to collect them from gardens then! Free everywhere from July onwards.
#asechat
In reply to @redgierob, @oboelizzy, @Primaryrocks
WTeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
So thinking about the barriers
#ASEChat
#Explorify
went live FREE today to 550 teachers, minimal prep, no equipment
https://t.co/DgPDrvkqni
Aspire2hope
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
A2 everyone is saying resources but I've just done a year mostly using stuff from poundland and basic household stuff
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
I am using with my year 6 class- they love them
#asechat
In reply to @MrsSuperSTEM, @BBC_Teach
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
A2 Having volunteered at primary am astounded at how teachers cope without techician support
#asechat
#primaryrocks
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
Agree but surely pri sci should encourage understanding of sci ideas as well as teach skills?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
bilingual_bees
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
A1 Primary Science should inspire curiosity and set kids up with skills needed for Secondary
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
Everything - dominates school focus in every regard - accountability
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
@SIMMSPriScienceChldn
get recognised for outstanding sport, music etc in school but less often for doing good science
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
MrsSLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
the concern that a 'whole' investigation has to be completed and written up! Let's focus on key skills
#primaryrocks
#asechat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
and to make it more complicated, the
#PrimaryRocks
people are not all using the
#ASEChat
hashtag too...two windows open!
In reply to @oboelizzy
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
ITT needs to be better so NQT's are more confident teaching science - more opportunity for CPD for teachers
#asechat
#primaryrocks
traveller_123
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
A2 Shout for Reach Out CPD - free & online, caters for differing knowledge levels
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
#PSQM
https://t.co/BEgqcH7Tyi
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
Q2 barriers to teaching great science
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Tracy_Tyrrell
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
Who paid for the school library book? My SLT fund science - fight for science, don't give up
#asechat
In reply to @redgierob, @oboelizzy, @Primaryrocks
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
What resources are primaries commonly lacking?
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
ictlinks
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
A2 often it’s resources
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
Agree Lynne - appalling state of affairs at the moment!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:23 PM EST
Less support, less training, no one investing in
#scipri
CPD because it's not viewed as core Grrrr
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
We have an annual science prize now - great motivator for many kids
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @ViciaScience
cnesbitt1811
Feb 27 @ 3:26 PM EST
I can only speak as primary school teacher but surely there has to be.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @hecharden, @JeevanSChagger
FarmStokehill
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
Q2.
#ASEchat
Gaps in knowledge and skills - increase effective sharing of good practice within and outside schools - e.g. ASE conference!
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
Q2: paperwork, paperwork, paperwork. Let teachers teach. Let children learn. Why limit learning with an 'LO'?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
cnesbitt1811
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
How can you understand something without questioning it?
@hecharden
@JeevanSChagger
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
In reply to @hecharden, @JeevanSChagger
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
across the school, not just in science
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @eylanezekiel, @theASE
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
A brilliant offer of encouragement and quality resources that inspire in the most tangible ways that are worry free
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
WTeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
So thinking about the barriers
#ASEChat
#Explorify
went live FREE today to 550 teachers, minimal prep, no equipment
https://t.co/DgPDrvkqni
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
I am now a primary governor...wih I had known more about yr 6 when teaching at secondary
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @bilingual_bees, @SKLchem
SpringLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
some ITT is great, but again very variable. Some Sch Direct seem to be getting very little input.
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @Glazgow
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
aw, we made paper mache and clay flowers to show parts; kids so engaged
#asechat
In reply to @JennaLucas81, @JeevanSChagger
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
but how can we help others overcome these barriers and feel the love of a cracking sci lesson?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
I spend a good deal of my lunchtimes and breaks setting up/clearing up science - love it though!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @hecharden
Psqm_HQ
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1@priscigeeks a no brainer to us!
#PSQM
provides SLs the structure, support, confidence to overcome the barriers
#ASEChat
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:28 PM EST
it is arguable primary teaching is too skills focused. Rebellion against a knowledge heavy curriculum?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @oboelizzy
whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:28 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Crest Stars awards let you reward scientists
In reply to @Glazgow, @ViciaScience
MrsSuperSTEM
Feb 27 @ 3:28 PM EST
We had CPD for GCSE today: practical tips using straws, ropes and relatively cheap cosmic balls, so can be done!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Aspire2hope
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
A2 everyone is saying resources but I've just done a year mostly using stuff from poundland and basic household stuff
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:28 PM EST
Dedication!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
I spend a good deal of my lunchtimes and breaks setting up/clearing up science - love it though!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @hecharden
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:28 PM EST
Lack of clarity of purpose? What do we want chldn to achieve (not just know) by, say, 8, 11, 14?
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @priscigeeks
MrAJones5a6
Feb 27 @ 3:28 PM EST
Does anyone use the Variables Song? Probably the most effective resource I've ever used in teaching variables
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:28 PM EST
got a link to these?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @Ben_Culverhouse
whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:29 PM EST
from SEND point of view - time, space, any equipment ....
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @hecharden
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:29 PM EST
I agree - though more 'freedom' is it's not high-stakes?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @LynneBianchi
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:29 PM EST
Share practice - be willing to share - observe, reflect, mimic and highjack engaging strategies - but be a thinker!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
but how can we help others overcome these barriers and feel the love of a cracking sci lesson?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:29 PM EST
small steps - support them to try it and see the engagement and excitment of the kids
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @priscigeeks
traveller_123
Feb 27 @ 3:29 PM EST
A2 - Get whole school onboard with
@ScienceWeekUK
#BSW17
@priscigeeks
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
In reply to @ScienceWeekUK, @priscigeeks
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:29 PM EST
An issue at secondary too. Never popular as a chemist. Throwing our resources down the drain each lesson!
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @ictlinks
Aspire2hope
Feb 27 @ 3:29 PM EST
A2 previous bad experience of Science lessons when they were at school really holds teachers back.
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
top_uk_now
Feb 27 @ 3:30 PM EST
https://t.co/3wnnCbxZ7w
29.
#NoSafeRefuge
30.
#creativebizhour
31.
#sja2016
32.
#GameOfClones
33.
#hertshour
34.
#InsideOut
35.
#ASEChat
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:30 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
great idea Helen!
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:30 PM EST
Think prob the case- 'knowledge' a tricky subject at mo, urgently needs unpicking and taking away from politicians
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:28 PM EST
it is arguable primary teaching is too skills focused. Rebellion against a knowledge heavy curriculum?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @oboelizzy
whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:30 PM EST
@theASE
is the association for science education
https://t.co/kLtJLQPOAQ
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @scoobyshuker, @theASE
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:30 PM EST
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
@heharden
I learned lots teaching primary; it has made me think about how I teach 2ry and it was great knowing pupils
In reply to @heharden
edubabbIe
Feb 27 @ 3:30 PM EST
MDS procedures in meta-analysis in justifying the approach used, and have no legal entitlement to ECEC.
#asechat
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:30 PM EST
old copper coins, salt, vinegar = brilliant chemical reaction expt that kids love
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @Ben_Culverhouse
anhalf
Feb 27 @ 3:30 PM EST
this is where
@pstt_whyhow
comes in
#ASEChat
In reply to @oboelizzy, @pstt_whyhow
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:30 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
teacher confidence and self-efficacy can be a barrier
Tracy_Tyrrell
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
Should the rest not teach reading then? 2/2
#asechat
In reply to @redgierob, @oboelizzy, @Primaryrocks
MrAJones5a6
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
Youtube video, to the tune of if you're happy and you know it clap your hands! Pure genius! 😂Good impact!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
In reply to @helen25c
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
Long term caring for the profession - caring about teachers, caring about their interests-that's the crack
@UoMSEERIH
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @UoMSEERIH
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
then make sure that interest is sustained - science week on its own is not science done
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @traveller_123
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
AS a governo I was very pleased that the
@HertsLearning
Standards Visit form did include science.
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:24 PM EST
poor relative to Eng/Ma?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
fab, how common is this?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
lawleylaw
Feb 27 @ 3:27 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
I did paired teaching with Science teacher from 2ndary school both learnt a lot. He was amazed by their curiosity & thinking
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
agree completely-where on earth would I be without PSTT!!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @anhalf, @pstt_whyhow
CCS_PhizLab
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
But a great context to practise those numeracy and literacy skills
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
SpringLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:25 PM EST
in lots of schools yes :-(
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @priscigeeks
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
teaching science is different than literacy. Teacher takes on a different role.
keran77
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
Yes some science investigations cost little + have a huge impact. Forces topic at mo: balloon buggies! 😀
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @Aspire2hope
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
oooo do share... a video perhaps?
Tracy_Tyrrell
Feb 27 @ 3:32 PM EST
And we feel the same about science - we would beg, borrow or steal the circuit equipment.
#asechat
In reply to @redgierob, @oboelizzy, @Primaryrocks
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:32 PM EST
Where should I go to share good practice at primary science?
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @LynneBianchi
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:32 PM EST
this requires primary teachers to know what goes on in y7+
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @WatsEd, @AllanaG13
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:32 PM EST
post it on here :)
#PrimaryRocks
or on
#ASEChat
In reply to @ViciaScience, @LynneBianchi
mrsjmclark
Feb 27 @ 3:33 PM EST
Spent most of the weekend making key word lists for the whole of AS/A2 AQA Biology!
@lessontoolbox
#ASEChat
#ALevel
https://t.co/qLmQYwcAsJ
In reply to @LessonToolbox
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:33 PM EST
and science is quite a different and unique subject children have sci related concepts from birth but not literacy
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:31 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
teaching science is different than literacy. Teacher takes on a different role.
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:33 PM EST
I think it's about sparking that curiosity - wanting to know more, asking questions
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @JennaLucas81, @JeevanSChagger
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:33 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
daffs are best and cheap at this time of year - at least one each for £3! bargain!
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:34 PM EST
1 minute until
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
Question 3
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:34 PM EST
It's worth it for what the kids get out of the experience - my classroom looks more a science lab too!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @hecharden
cheltscigrp
Feb 27 @ 3:34 PM EST
A2 if you could borrow resources from your local secondary school, what would you borrow? Do you know who to ask?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
doc_kristy
Feb 27 @ 3:34 PM EST
Oh yes! Leads to under reporting if amount of practical work done which is used as a stick to beat us with!
#asechat
cheltscigrp
Feb 27 @ 3:21 PM EST
.
@LynneBianchi
I think kids get disappointed when they discover secondary science isn't just about Bunsen burners...
In reply to @LynneBianchi
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:34 PM EST
Local networks/clusters first... take the first step out of your classroom into the next. Share at own sch first!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:29 PM EST
small steps - support them to try it and see the engagement and excitment of the kids
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @priscigeeks
cnesbitt1811
Feb 27 @ 3:34 PM EST
Well I like to think I create opportunities for the children lead their own learning.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @JeevanSChagger, @hecharden
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:35 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@theASE
@priscigeeks
Q3
In reply to @theASE, @priscigeeks
bilingual_bees
Feb 27 @ 3:35 PM EST
A2 Curric time! Wanting to give the students more time and space to explore, experiement and create.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:35 PM EST
Then of course
@theASE
regional and national conf,
@GreatSciShare
is the one for us!!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @ViciaScience, @theASE, @GreatSciShare
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:35 PM EST
Good start but dare I say it will only reach a minority of (committed) teachers?
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @LynneBianchi
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:36 PM EST
my fav is probably 'It's not fair or is it@
@theASE
@MillgateHouseEd
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
was v good CPD for me first time around
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:35 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@theASE
@priscigeeks
Q3
In reply to @theASE, @priscigeeks
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:36 PM EST
Do we need to consider the mediums through which we share
#preachingtotheconverted
#ASEChat
In reply to @ViciaScience, @PrimaryRocks1, @LynneBianchi
whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:36 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
JulieBrown01
Feb 27 @ 3:35 PM EST
Agree the teaching materials for the
@crest_star
awards are great(ok so one of them yummy yoghurts is ours)!!
In reply to @crest_star
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:36 PM EST
The outdoors. Get the kids out! Science is everywhere! Use it!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:35 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@theASE
@priscigeeks
Q3
In reply to @theASE, @priscigeeks
twinklresources
Feb 27 @ 3:36 PM EST
oh to have technicians in primary! some schs 'train' their y6s
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @Glazgow, @hecharden
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:36 PM EST
Hey Liz. I disagree - children do have a fundamental understanding of grammar almost from birth
#ASEChat
In reply to @oboelizzy
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:36 PM EST
A start is a start
@ViciaScience
'Rome' and all that... creating a culture... need to identify the benefit to the teacher
#ASEChat
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:35 PM EST
Good start but dare I say it will only reach a minority of (committed) teachers?
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @LynneBianchi
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:36 PM EST
Literacy opportunities in science. Explanations, instructions....
#asechat
#primaryrocks
AllanaG13
Feb 27 @ 3:33 PM EST
We do a disservice to do praticals with no record and reflection
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @paultonseducate, @WatsEd, @ConorHeaven
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:37 PM EST
Remember the hashtag
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
so your tweets can be seen.
keran77
Feb 27 @ 3:37 PM EST
A3 Explain Everything app. An interactive way of recording what has been learnt
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
Nichola80
Feb 27 @ 3:37 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
anything that explodes or smells! Got to be fun!
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @priscigeeks, @theASE
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
don't cut them up on St Davids day please!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
#welshculture
In reply to @priscigeeks
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
Q3 Outside & childrens home/families
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
SIMMSPriScience
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
I have wondered this, but don't open ended inv, which don't teach SK, inspire more curiosity?
In reply to @MarcNeesam, @oboelizzy
MrsSLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
real things! Dissect hearts, look at real fish etc. Children LOVE it, ask questions and learn so much.
#prisci
#asechat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1
FarmStokehill
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
#ASEChat
Q3 More or less anything can be a great resource- it's how you use it! ..variation, nutrition, movement, thermal insulation, forces
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
Is there a place in pri sci for stuff just to make kids go "WOAH!"
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @JennaLucas81, @theASE, @priscigeeks
Dandan7171
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
our favourite Science resource is Durham Uni, each year we get undergrad Science students working alongside pupils.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
Oh trust you to argue!! suspect not as pronounced as sci conceptual understanding tho!
#asechat
In reply to @ViciaScience
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
we are on Q3 what is your fav pri sci resource and why -share the love!
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
Recently had the opportunity to take Year 6 on Google Expedition (app). Couldn't do full VR but still great
#asechat
#primaryrocks
SIMMSPriScience
Feb 27 @ 3:38 PM EST
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
Agree. This includes curiosity
In reply to @ViciaScience, @priscigeeks
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:39 PM EST
A3: fav classroom resource... post-it notes - allows chn to record their questions.
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Aspire2hope
Feb 27 @ 3:39 PM EST
white vinegar - there is no end to the experiments you can set up.
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
cheltscigrp
Feb 27 @ 3:39 PM EST
Awesome. Sharing kit is something my school wants to start doing but keeps dropping down the to do list
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
In reply to @MrAJones5a6
bilingual_bees
Feb 27 @ 3:39 PM EST
A2 Could Secondaries share lab space with feeder primaries?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
MrAJones5a6
Feb 27 @ 3:39 PM EST
Did a demo once on energy transfer with two cans hanging from a washing line. Chn thought i had magical powers!
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:40 PM EST
Hardnosed plug for
#smartpickings
as a great resource for
#scipri
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:40 PM EST
I ran a whole course on this this afternoon!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:40 PM EST
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
- enjoyed linking light/electricity to Wars - made black-out air-raid shelters under desks and learnt morse code!
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:40 PM EST
Some great resources available from Practical Action linking science and Global Learning
https://t.co/X09SmOoqfi
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
JulieBrown01
Feb 27 @ 3:40 PM EST
upd8s
@theASE
and concept cartoons
@MillgateHouseEd
also good
#ASEChat
.
https://t.co/5KFxeHXjIc
and
https://t.co/LCGYBhwNpN
for examples
In reply to @theASE, @MillgateHouseEd
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:40 PM EST
Is this something
@theASE
could consider? We have journals, conferences, but no resource exchange?
#ASEChat
In reply to @LynneBianchi, @theASE
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:40 PM EST
google it - it's brilliant
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @EarlyYearsIdeas, @PrimaryRocks1
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:40 PM EST
I enjoy making ice hands filling rubber gloves!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @scoobyshuker
JulieBrown01
Feb 27 @ 3:40 PM EST
upd8s
@theASE
and concept cartoons
@MillgateHouseEd
also good
#ASEChat
.
https://t.co/meqHJbJIXP
and
https://t.co/OpScYiOT1N
for examples
In reply to @theASE, @MillgateHouseEd
TurboGain1
Feb 27 @ 3:41 PM EST
#LCFCvLFC
John Major
#TorbayHour
Mahrez
#theoneshow
#bytethebook
#ASEChat
https://t.co/aI3ScTPWWU
MartinGSaunders
Feb 27 @ 3:41 PM EST
A3 anything that is real like ox hearts, outside visitors and real investigations with genuinely unknown outcomes
#primaryrocks
#asechat
traveller_123
Feb 27 @ 3:41 PM EST
A3
@PrimaryRocks1
@priscigeeks
Space! Most amazing project ever-how do you top seeds from space & meeting Tim Peake 😀
#ASEchat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @priscigeeks
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:41 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
A3:
@MillgateHouseEd
concept cartoons are great for discussion. + those who like puppets in class discovery dog 🐶
In reply to @MillgateHouseEd
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:41 PM EST
Excellent idea! possibly not practical in times of budget cuts. there are huge amounts you can do not in a lab tho.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
bilingual_bees
Feb 27 @ 3:39 PM EST
A2 Could Secondaries share lab space with feeder primaries?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
jenwillis1
Feb 27 @ 3:42 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
I love fabulous books as ways in. This is particularly splendid.
@andreabeaty
In reply to @andreabeaty
bilingual_bees
Feb 27 @ 3:42 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@Stockportslic
Outdoor learning is the best! Free and fun!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @Katrebel1, @PrimaryRocks1, @Stockportslic
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:42 PM EST
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
- RSC Learn Chemistry has some great primary resources too
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:42 PM EST
With quality teaching - as all things enthusiasm is the beginning not the end
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @DursleySteve
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:42 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
really? every single one? I like him but...surely a bit of variety for the kids is needed? ;-)
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:42 PM EST
Hope you've seen the latest
@UoMSEERIH
#scipri
book... supporting child-led enquiry
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @UoMSEERIH
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:43 PM EST
https://t.co/0sQgytv7kB
is a brilliant new resource bringing topical science into the classroom
#asechat
#primaryrocks
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:43 PM EST
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
- Loved the Sam's Science Books by Kate Rowan - good for KS1 reading on the carpet!
jenwillis1
Feb 27 @ 3:44 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
also love concept cartoons...fab for promoting discussion and challenging misconceptions in knowledge.
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:44 PM EST
Is a Blue whale the biggest thing there is?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
MrAJones5a6
Feb 27 @ 3:44 PM EST
Im using Virtualitee VR app as inspiration for our unit on the heart
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:44 PM EST
YouTube is great - Crazy Russian Hacker, Veritisium, NASA, ESA, BBC, TED-Ed,
@gsc1
are brilliant channels
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @gsc1
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:44 PM EST
Some of my 'bibles' remain
@MillgateHouseEd
pubs - concept cartoons, It's not fair, Active Ass, Sci E gm
@PsqmTurner
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @MillgateHouseEd, @PsqmTurner
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:44 PM EST
Don't forget teacher asa resource -important in role as facilitator
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:45 PM EST
#asechat
#primaryrocks
cant see why pri cant do anything a sec can except use materials needing fumehood.
LessonToolbox
Feb 27 @ 3:45 PM EST
Addition polymerisation models via
@LouiseSimpson58
#asechat
#chemistry
#ukedchat
#aussieEd
In reply to @LouiseSimpson58
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:45 PM EST
For space see the
@RoySocChem
#globalexperiment
mission starlight
https://t.co/OGI1Rma4Kx
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @traveller_123, @RoySocChem
SIMMSPriScience
Feb 27 @ 3:45 PM EST
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
A pack of seeds : favourite resource
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:45 PM EST
Link to RSC resouces , including fantastic science ideas webs
https://t.co/PL2NuKKWsp
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:42 PM EST
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
- RSC Learn Chemistry has some great primary resources too
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:45 PM EST
@whizzpopbangmag
is also brilliantly engaging, 8 of my kids got subscriptions for christmas after I showed it to them
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @whizzpopbangmag
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:46 PM EST
Especially if well planned for - children taking the lead in designing the visit
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
reading_riddle
Feb 27 @ 3:37 PM EST
STEM visitors - real people out there doing amazing jobs and willing to give their time and inspire the children
#primaryrocks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:46 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
@MarcNeesam
In reply to @MarcNeesam
SKLchem
Feb 27 @ 3:42 PM EST
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
- RSC Learn Chemistry has some great primary resources too
MrsSLearns
Feb 27 @ 3:46 PM EST
Couldn't agree more! Pig Heart Boy, What Mr Darwin Saw, The Emperor's Egg and Tiny to name but a few...
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
jenwillis1
Feb 27 @ 3:42 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
I love fabulous books as ways in. This is particularly splendid.
@andreabeaty
In reply to @andreabeaty
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:46 PM EST
My next suggestion! Have you looked at
#WPBShare
?
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @Glazgow, @whizzpopbangmag
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:46 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
marvellous!
@MillgateHouseEd
In reply to @MillgateHouseEd
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:42 PM EST
Hope you've seen the latest
@UoMSEERIH
#scipri
book... supporting child-led enquiry
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @UoMSEERIH
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:46 PM EST
I recommend the cross curricular science webs for ideas on linking sci to history
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
https://t.co/wAVKRUB55c
In reply to @SKLchem
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:47 PM EST
have you signed up to this?
https://t.co/FwRKqwbQLC
free CPD short subject knowledge in your own time
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:48 PM EST
Writing Google Expedition lessons improved my observation ...
https://t.co/So7B0lUTn8
#asechat
#primaryrocks
ChrisChivers2
Feb 27 @ 3:43 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
Observation underpins natural sciences; get them looking.
https://t.co/9aGnJmVfjI
FarmStokehill
Feb 27 @ 3:48 PM EST
#ASEChat
A3 plus opportunities to carry out investigations offsite.
In reply to @MartinGSaunders
theASE
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:49 PM EST
@priscigeeks
some great activities from Primay Science Swap Shop
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
https://t.co/J3B35EF5eq
In reply to @priscigeeks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:49 PM EST
1 minute until
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
Question 4
traveller_123
Feb 27 @ 3:49 PM EST
A3 Shoutout for
@STEMLearningUK
Great mix of resources & CPD there
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@priscigeeks
In reply to @STEMLearningUK, @priscigeeks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:50 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@theASE
@priscigeeks
Q4
In reply to @theASE, @priscigeeks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:50 PM EST
I’d love better cross phase activity. primary and secondary have so much to learn from each other
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
FarmStokehill
Feb 27 @ 3:50 PM EST
#ASEChat
Even better when the seeds are sown outdoors.
In reply to @SIMMSPriScience
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:50 PM EST
Is an event a resource? If so we've seen inspired learners
@GreatSciShare
Really rewarding
https://t.co/uqreeJQTTw
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @GreatSciShare
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:50 PM EST
The expeRImental from the
@Ri_Science
is also good for at home science
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @KAB21MAC, @Ri_Science
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:50 PM EST
Ooooh ooooh! Stick around for a special BONUS question tonight!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
gazneedle
Feb 27 @ 3:50 PM EST
Thanks for playing out!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @year6missNW
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:51 PM EST
Agree completely-also need curriculum to be better connected cross phase
#asechat
#primaryrocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:50 PM EST
I’d love better cross phase activity. primary and secondary have so much to learn from each other
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:51 PM EST
So many enthusiastic people on here tonight you need to share the love with your secondaries
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
JulieBrown01
Feb 27 @ 3:51 PM EST
#ASEChat
try the top ten flash bang Demos
https://t.co/J0VWV181Dw
from
@IChemE
you may need to borrow equip for some of them but worth it!
In reply to @IChemE
JulieBrown01
Feb 27 @ 3:51 PM EST
#ASEChat
try the top ten flash bang Demos
https://t.co/cBZwB7Bkm7
from
@IChemE
you may need to borrow equip for some of them but worth it!
In reply to @IChemE
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:51 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
in what way? learning in process of gathering statistical data that I've seen used outside specific investigation
MrChurchTweets
Feb 27 @ 3:51 PM EST
@priscigeeks
thanks for tonight - shame I need to log off! It's been fab.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
@PrimaryRocks1
In reply to @priscigeeks, @PrimaryRocks1
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:51 PM EST
My top priority would be to question based on observation in EYFS
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:52 PM EST
Remember the hashtag
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
so your tweets can be seen.
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:52 PM EST
Yep - please lets have much more cross phase talk!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:51 PM EST
So many enthusiastic people on here tonight you need to share the love with your secondaries
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
TeachingTricks
Feb 27 @ 3:52 PM EST
Agreed... But if working in a MAT then the primary and secondary phase can work more closely
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @NeedhamL56
macfin76
Feb 27 @ 3:52 PM EST
explorers and enquirers
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:52 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
for life cycles I am a big fan of
#triops
easy to grow in class and so 'alien'
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:52 PM EST
Back to barriers of time... but you're right - need to work together to make a real journey meaningful
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
#noquickfix
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:51 PM EST
So many enthusiastic people on here tonight you need to share the love with your secondaries
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:52 PM EST
secondary perspective ALWAYS welcome on
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @NeedhamL56
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:52 PM EST
Try collecting data by role playing a smallpox outbreak...innovative resources from
@thease
https://t.co/PLsO1yL5tQ
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @theASE
BarnyWol
Feb 27 @ 3:53 PM EST
A4 I teach EYFS and try to encourage my children to use all their senses to make observations and find answers to their questions
#asechat
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:53 PM EST
Would be good to know yr thoughts - developing
#ASEChat
In reply to @Glazgow, @whizzpopbangmag
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:53 PM EST
Need secondary curric to build on primary, rather than distil down post 16 curric
#upsidedownplanning
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @oboelizzy
whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:53 PM EST
the willingness to try, and think, and not give up because it's hard
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @priscigeeks
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:53 PM EST
Now over to those who know better
@StimLearning
Your turn to shine
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @StimLearning
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:50 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@theASE
@priscigeeks
Q4
In reply to @theASE, @priscigeeks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:53 PM EST
goodyes they can, does it work in practice? I know of a through schools where they don’t really talk!
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @TeachingTricks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:53 PM EST
resilience is a key learning behaviour needed to be instilled early.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @whitebug16, @priscigeeks
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:54 PM EST
and not a single mention of 'science capital'?
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @MrChurchTweets, @priscigeeks, @PrimaryRocks1
Mr_B_W
Feb 27 @ 3:54 PM EST
A4 Curiosity, mostly.
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
WTeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:54 PM EST
Q4
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
young children are natural explorers and wonderers. Let's foster that even more
#explorify
https://t.co/qLtPyWYGlt
MrAJones5a6
Feb 27 @ 3:54 PM EST
Love this... applies to all!
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
whitebug16
Feb 27 @ 3:53 PM EST
the willingness to try, and think, and not give up because it's hard
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @priscigeeks
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:54 PM EST
Q4 More EY into the NC please! We can all learn from good EY practice
#childled
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
ellie_scicomm
Feb 27 @ 3:54 PM EST
#ASEChat
evening all, I just wanted to mention the newly launched primary activities from the
@royalsociety
https://t.co/j5NnRYwW6e
In reply to @royalsociety
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:54 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
what? missing the
#EYFS
qu
@Stockportslic
will be cross!
In reply to @Stockportslic
jenwillis1
Feb 27 @ 3:54 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
science has firm foundations in the 'characteristics of effective learning' the building blocks of EYFS.
MartinGSaunders
Feb 27 @ 3:54 PM EST
yes, absolutely and I guess a pervading attitude that science is all the time and everywhere
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
In reply to @FarmStokehill
oboelizzy
Feb 27 @ 3:55 PM EST
Need 2 look at it from both ends before deciding what is best-sure we will have opportunity to debate:)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @ViciaScience
MarcNeesam
Feb 27 @ 3:55 PM EST
Partly comes down to the needs/focus of each phase being recognised in the curriculum
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @ViciaScience, @oboelizzy
AllanaG13
Feb 27 @ 3:55 PM EST
A4 Questioning why, describing what they sense
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
TeachingTricks
Feb 27 @ 3:55 PM EST
I'd say it's our responsibility to make it work. I know we work with linked primaries & run e/m/s days
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @NeedhamL56
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:55 PM EST
Now thats a great question !
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:50 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@theASE
@priscigeeks
Q4
In reply to @theASE, @priscigeeks
JulieBrown01
Feb 27 @ 3:55 PM EST
Resources that are
#STEM
or
#STEAM
are great for primary as cross-curr and often hands on
#ASEChat
Take a look at
https://t.co/FLFPOpOVvy
JulieBrown01
Feb 27 @ 3:55 PM EST
Resources that are
#STEM
or
#STEAM
are great for primary as cross-curr and often hands on
#ASEChat
Take a look at
https://t.co/90GNYkzN3d
jenwillis1
Feb 27 @ 3:55 PM EST
A4. This.
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
Stockportslic
Feb 27 @ 3:56 PM EST
NC starts too early - contextual, multisensory nature of EY is key strength that we dont connect with
#ASEChat
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:56 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
you might be winning my tweet of the night!! Love this!
Glazgow
Feb 27 @ 3:56 PM EST
Check out Science on the Web - download for free
https://t.co/iQPdjW8FwH
#asechat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @learnmesummat, @priscigeeks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:56 PM EST
who?
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @priscigeeks
B_marybon
Feb 27 @ 3:56 PM EST
Cooking is amazing in Early Years to explore a range of scientific ideas
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:56 PM EST
Need crossrail precision...work both ways and meet in middle with pinpoint accuracy!
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
ViciaScience
Feb 27 @ 3:53 PM EST
Need secondary curric to build on primary, rather than distil down post 16 curric
#upsidedownplanning
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
In reply to @oboelizzy
jenwillis1
Feb 27 @ 3:56 PM EST
Q4 and this.
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:56 PM EST
I'll knock on at quarter to eight :)
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @year6missNW, @gazneedle
Aspire2hope
Feb 27 @ 3:56 PM EST
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
A4 Still having curiosity in tact and the creative thinking still working
cnesbitt1811
Feb 27 @ 3:57 PM EST
Resillance and perseverance. Children who are willing to say "I'll try again."
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
ellie_scicomm
Feb 27 @ 3:57 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
great videos about the activity, the link to the real world/career and the tricky bits that can go wrong...
theASE
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:57 PM EST
EYFS practitioners having an open mind to follow children's ideas
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @priscigeeks
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:57 PM EST
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
I will try and do this from the storify, agree would be very useful
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:58 PM EST
STOP THE PRESS!!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEchat
@theASE
@priscigeeks
BONUS QUESTION!
In reply to @theASE, @priscigeeks
lawleylaw
Feb 27 @ 3:58 PM EST
@priscigeeks
@PrimaryRocks1
@theASE
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
EY chn need to have a love of exploring & questioning not afraid to ask why
In reply to @priscigeeks, @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE
hecharden
Feb 27 @ 3:58 PM EST
#asechat
Love this!
debtex
Feb 27 @ 3:55 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
we LOVE science in our EYFS! We have a BIG question book, children ask a question then we try and answer it together 1/2
JulieBrown01
Feb 27 @ 3:58 PM EST
It takes me so long to write a tweet I am always one question behind everyone else LOL and apologies lovely
#ASEChat
friends 😂
LynneBianchi
Feb 27 @ 3:58 PM EST
Want to get involved in
#scipri
and spend summer sharing with colleagues, join
@GreatSciShare
https://t.co/4zcJxnjyjz
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @GreatSciShare
ellie_scicomm
Feb 27 @ 3:59 PM EST
#ASEChat
I'm also working with our Associate Schools and Science on Stage UK teachers to keep sharing ideas, projects and good practice.
MrAJones5a6
Feb 27 @ 3:59 PM EST
Children need to understand that trying and then learning from mistakes is what all great scientists have done!
#ASEchat
#PrimaryRocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Feb 27 @ 3:59 PM EST
Love this video of children been curious well done
@WTeducation
#asechat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @WTeducation
WTeducation
Feb 27 @ 3:54 PM EST
Q4
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
young children are natural explorers and wonderers. Let's foster that even more
#explorify
https://t.co/qLtPyWYGlt
PrimaryRocks1
Feb 27 @ 3:59 PM EST
You have never lived if you haven't had mud and gravy!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @AllanaG13, @ConorHeaven
priscigeeks
Feb 27 @ 3:59 PM EST
Why thank you lovely lady! Fab answers too, my tweetdeck is on meltdown!
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
JeevanSChagger
Feb 27 @ 3:59 PM EST
Visiting the Primary Science Fair!
@PrimaryRocks1
@theASE
@priscigeeks
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
In reply to @PrimaryRocks1, @theASE, @priscigeeks
StimLearning
Feb 27 @ 3:59 PM EST
Hello! 👋🏻 Not sure if this link will work, but a few activities we've enjoyed:
https://t.co/zIE9usJC6y
#ASEChat
#PrimaryRocks
In reply to @LynneBianchi