#ASEchat Archive
The Association for Science Education (ASE) promotes excellence in science teaching and learning. Follow #ASEchat Mondays at 3pm ET.
Monday January 18, 2016
3:00 PM EST
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:00 PM EST
Welcome to
#PrimaryRocks
joint edchat with
#ASEChat
@theASE
Qs in a moment but first to get us going:
https://t.co/KXXfPborev
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:01 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Qs tonight will be: Q1-8:05 Q2-8:20 Q3-8:35 Q4-8:50
https://t.co/eB5XQpGLhU
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:01 PM EST
OK, it's that time again. Weloome
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Q1- what investigations have you conducted that the chidlren engaged with the most?
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:02 PM EST
Remember to use the hashtag so others can see you!
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
https://t.co/BQ0zUobMR0
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:02 PM EST
2 wee girls in bed, nice cup of tea & primary science chat...what could be better?
#asechat
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:02 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@theASE
sadly not enough...
#primaryrocks
#asechat
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:02 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@theASE
We teach Science every week - so around 1:30 to 2 hours a week
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:03 PM EST
@anhalf
#asechat
#primaryrocks
snot! Did polymers this aft with ks1 sci club they got to take it home too!
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:03 PM EST
Please keep the
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
chat hour free from ads
https://t.co/8967jRCH0h
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:03 PM EST
@anhalf
Has to be out rocket launch! Always a hit.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:03 PM EST
I find using food is always popular
#asechat
#primaryrocks
- chocolate beans n water for colours
westonbirtprep
Jan 18 @ 3:03 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@theASE
2hrs each week in KS2!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:03 PM EST
Ah yes, can't go wrong with rockets, Tim peake would be proud.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/suji2LRFlG
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:03 PM EST
@anhalf
Has to be out rocket launch! Always a hit.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:04 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Q1 from
@LPS_Science
coming up in 1 minute
https://t.co/NCEqI2V27Q
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:04 PM EST
Sounds good; more info please (slime making I am guessing?)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/FBr3phqSoi
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:03 PM EST
@anhalf
#asechat
#primaryrocks
snot! Did polymers this aft with ks1 sci club they got to take it home too!
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:04 PM EST
@anhalf
Hoping to take part in the
@tes
cosmic classroom soon
#primaryrocks
#asechat
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:05 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Q1 from
@LPS_Science
https://t.co/GCApnDthGq
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:05 PM EST
Is this about the norm?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
hours on science n ks2?
https://t.co/pvRm7trFyj
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:02 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@theASE
We teach Science every week - so around 1:30 to 2 hours a week
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
Mr_Th0mps0n
Jan 18 @ 3:05 PM EST
Q1 Any investigation that is given a context and a meaning! Perhaps not taught as a one off?
#primaryrocks
#asechat
https://t.co/qblTYCHycw
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:06 PM EST
@GriffithsMr
@PrimaryRocks1
@theASE
Hello and welcome
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:06 PM EST
Always liked keeping the icebird eggs cold
#primaryrocks
#asechat
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:06 PM EST
@anhalf
used this months
@whizzpopbangmag
recipe! Gelatine, hot water, syrup and food colouring awesome!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:06 PM EST
Buoyancy investigation using drinks cans, any chemical reactions...bicarb & vinegar to extinguish a candle
#primaryrocks
#asechat
teach_fresh
Jan 18 @ 3:06 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
Investigation chn enjoyed the most was mixing cornflour with water. Mainly because of the mess!
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
westonbirtprep
Jan 18 @ 3:06 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@LPS_Science
Y3 currently studying the function of plant parts...
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
https://t.co/pK5iorQaGH
damianainscough
Jan 18 @ 3:06 PM EST
#asechat
Ones that attempt to answer the children's own questions and are completed even if carry over to next session?
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:06 PM EST
@MrHeadComputing
@tes
perhaps you have a link that you could share with us all?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:07 PM EST
Please remember the hashtags
#PrimaryRocks
and
#ASEChat
so people can see you :)
https://t.co/Ui3J46i5hS
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:07 PM EST
@anhalf
I think it definately should be the norm, not so sure all primary schools do teach up to 2 hours a week
#asechat
#primaryrocks
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:07 PM EST
@MrHeadComputing
@MillgateHouseEd
will be delighted to hear this!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:07 PM EST
Sounds great fun. (was it edible too?)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/daPH3XAn81
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:06 PM EST
@anhalf
used this months
@whizzpopbangmag
recipe! Gelatine, hot water, syrup and food colouring awesome!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:07 PM EST
@anhalf
@tes
https://t.co/1XZGabEExW
=)
#primaryrocks
#asechat
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:08 PM EST
@anhalf
@tes
https://t.co/jPIYgyAR28
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:08 PM EST
Absolutely, w/s demands in context where possible. (but sometimes fun to do one offs too)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/DipjbN3WjB
Mr_Th0mps0n
Jan 18 @ 3:05 PM EST
Q1 Any investigation that is given a context and a meaning! Perhaps not taught as a one off?
#primaryrocks
#asechat
https://t.co/qblTYCHycw
damianainscough
Jan 18 @ 3:08 PM EST
#asechat
Worth loking at
@LynneBianchi
's 'wonderings' article in
@theASE
Primary Science 2/2
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:08 PM EST
@anhalf
@whizzpopbangmag
probably but told them not to!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:08 PM EST
@priscigeeks
@MillgateHouseEd
Ah of course. Great resources.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:09 PM EST
Yes, concept cartoons are FAB
#primaryrocks
#asechat
https://t.co/Wimo9Gcu9R
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:08 PM EST
@priscigeeks
@MillgateHouseEd
Ah of course. Great resources.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:09 PM EST
Lemon batteries are also a favourite + anything that goes bang or makesxa mess!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Refthinking
Jan 18 @ 3:10 PM EST
"What I’m really thinking: the star pupil"
https://t.co/ch6o0MjjnP
@GuardianTeach
#asechat
#engchat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:10 PM EST
the more disgusting the better :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/RNhjwNgLCJ
MissKingTeach
Jan 18 @ 3:06 PM EST
A1: Digestive system experiment! Quite gross but kids loved it
#primaryrocks
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:10 PM EST
@Mr_Th0mps0n
This sounds really challenging, but has some great science (and maths)
#ASEChat
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:10 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
I think children love electricity and to create circuits - always engaged when it hands on
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:11 PM EST
The fact that we have a British astronaut whizzing above us is mega engaging
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/PoPBTWNewU
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:07 PM EST
A1: I think anything linked to interests, mkae it exciting
@astro_timpeake
stuff has been brill
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/bOJqyYKFDP
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:11 PM EST
@LPS_Science
@PrimaryRocks1
Especialy when linked up to makey makey.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Mr_Th0mps0n
Jan 18 @ 3:12 PM EST
Y6 enjoyed separating out the ingredients of the Witches potion as part of our Macbeth topic. Filtering etc...
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:12 PM EST
#asechat
#primaryrocks
age old qn- time- using links with english/maths/history/art canhelp
https://t.co/eo9nd7lZiW
GriffithsMr
Jan 18 @ 3:08 PM EST
#primaryrocks
@PrimaryRocks1
many not teaching enough science in their opinion including myself but how can we find the time!?
damianainscough
Jan 18 @ 3:12 PM EST
#asechat
For books and ideas, worth looking here -
@theASE
website
https://t.co/SVwr5JbaTR
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:12 PM EST
Primary 1 pupils have been investigating plant growth using hydroponics ... they were fascinated by the roots
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:12 PM EST
gret spot for resources
#primaryrocks
#asechat
https://t.co/a9GOAqlNsF
damianainscough
Jan 18 @ 3:12 PM EST
#asechat
For books and ideas, worth looking here -
@theASE
website
https://t.co/SVwr5JbaTR
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:12 PM EST
@anhalf
Who can preserve a bag of fruit so it stays edible for longest> (after investigating food preservation)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:13 PM EST
This sounds fun- have u a pic or link that you could share?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/Xdbdl3G8BH
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:12 PM EST
Primary 1 pupils have been investigating plant growth using hydroponics ... they were fascinated by the roots
#primaryrocks
#asechat
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:13 PM EST
@Nickythomaseren
#ASEChat
i'm getting some of these for the class to study :-)
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/Oy36Rzo1Hy
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:13 PM EST
@MrHeadComputing
@LPS_Science
@PrimaryRocks1
@anhalf
#asechat
#primaryrocks
loving squishy circuits
@inspiring_sci
https://t.co/fnbHuhdudK
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:13 PM EST
Great real life links microbes, health and safety
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/IK7xVmVNq3
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:12 PM EST
@anhalf
Who can preserve a bag of fruit so it stays edible for longest> (after investigating food preservation)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:14 PM EST
@anhalf
@JennSTEM
did lots of extracting chn's own dna from cheeks
#asechat
#primaryrocks
teach_fresh
Jan 18 @ 3:14 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
#primaryrocks
#asechat
https://t.co/FguCOvUvK0
MonksmeadSchool
Dec 11 @ 12:19 PM EST
Look at what happens when you mix them together!
https://t.co/wMRzPb3aL7
misscarnell
Jan 18 @ 3:14 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@anhalf
making a cloud in a bowl. The children loved it!
#science
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:14 PM EST
Can't go wrong with beans- fab links to maths/english too
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/BVrgcJk44D
Nickythomaseren
Jan 18 @ 3:07 PM EST
Q1:Science that happens before their eyes- bean experiment
#PrimaryRocks
https://t.co/Xs7Wf5aD8c
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
@Mr_Th0mps0n
Agree, linking to the recent floods - designing and testing strength/waterproof of houses we have made
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
cool water cycle in action. works in a sealed plastic bag too
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/pOjcyAquT5
misscarnell
Jan 18 @ 3:14 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@anhalf
making a cloud in a bowl. The children loved it!
#science
#asechat
#primaryrocks
SIMMSPriScience
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Anything to do with seed germination. Even better if you can eat it after. Not sure about cress though
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
@anhalf
How many nappies worth of hydrogel will Tim Peake need for a spacewalk lasting 6 hrs (plus/minus suiting up)
#asechat
#primary
rocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
Yes, cress isn't really that tasty. What grows fast AND is tasty??
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/bF3iAUJEbb
SIMMSPriScience
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Anything to do with seed germination. Even better if you can eat it after. Not sure about cress though
teach_fresh
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#asechat
A1. Blobs experiment
https://t.co/6PCxbtWg9o
MonksmeadSchool
Dec 2 @ 11:22 AM EST
They mixed water, vegetable oil and food colouring. Look at what happened when they added Alka-Seltzer...
https://t.co/h04HFie4A4
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
@anhalf
and in a pop bottle!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
The P7 pupils love growing mould on food & monitoring progress...we also use Veho digital microscopes from nursery up
#primaryrocks
#asechat
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:16 PM EST
@Refthinking
Is this written by a teacher?
#ASEChat
https://t.co/RtMYUsmYCH
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:16 PM EST
@Nickythomaseren
Agree, so much more engaging when linked to something they can see for themselves
#primaryrocks
#asechat
SIMMSPriScience
Jan 18 @ 3:17 PM EST
@anhalf
#asechat
beetroot? Radishes?
sarahpurplee
Jan 18 @ 3:17 PM EST
@anhalf
we're hoping rocket seeds will be fast and tasty
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:17 PM EST
Wow, this is great for materials :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/pdUkeDMw8X
teach_fresh
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#asechat
A1. Blobs experiment
https://t.co/6PCxbtWg9o
MonksmeadSchool
Dec 2 @ 11:22 AM EST
They mixed water, vegetable oil and food colouring. Look at what happened when they added Alka-Seltzer...
https://t.co/h04HFie4A4
damianainscough
Jan 18 @ 3:17 PM EST
#asechat
The answer may be here
@anhalf
https://t.co/3mGteB540Z
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:17 PM EST
We do, on average, about an hour of science a week...better than it was but still not enough!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:18 PM EST
Making and testing parachutes.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
https://t.co/5u41dDZWOa
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:18 PM EST
Yes, outdoor learnng always good
#asechat
#primaryrocks
@pstt_whyhow
lets go science trails
https://t.co/axhPQPmYLD
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:16 PM EST
A1: Some of the best science learning can be done out of school too
#primaryrocks
received this from parent tonight
https://t.co/lxz2e73JL6
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:19 PM EST
@anhalf
#asechat
try adding an ice cube to the mixture and observe
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:19 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Q2 from
@Nickythomaseren
coming up in 1 minute
https://t.co/EG1prCBEzw
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:19 PM EST
resource for plants in the classroom
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/YP3QoXY6hc
damianainscough
Jan 18 @ 3:17 PM EST
#asechat
The answer may be here
@anhalf
https://t.co/3mGteB540Z
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:19 PM EST
hhttp://www.britishscienceassociation.org/crest-megastar-activities << I have really enjoyed making glue with Y6.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:20 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Q2 from
@Nickythomaseren
https://t.co/OKctlBKgGF
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:20 PM EST
@LPS_Science
@Mr_Th0mps0n
have you tried
@PracticalAction
Beat the flood resource as well?
#stem
#asechat
#primaryrocks
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:20 PM EST
We have also enjoyed doing the global chemistry experiments, but they are tricky for 10 year olds.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:20 PM EST
Thanks for the link , kids always love getting sticky!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/mfSNQDjxWU
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:19 PM EST
hhttp://www.britishscienceassociation.org/crest-megastar-activities << I have really enjoyed making glue with Y6.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:20 PM EST
@anhalf
@Nickythomaseren
link nicely to Rocket science in a couple of months time. Still time to register
#ASEChat
https://t.co/dATfRsAWI9
teach_fresh
Jan 18 @ 3:21 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
A2.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Wrote this on Fri about using Tim Peake in the classroom
https://t.co/X0hOWP0e08
teach_fresh
Jan 15 @ 2:19 PM EST
.: Using Tim Peake in the classroom
https://t.co/IORQld8Snc
#PrimaryRocks
#ukedchat
#spacewalk
@astro_timpeake
https://t.co/ymY5uIDLHm
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:21 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
elastic band powered cars inspired by
@BLOODHOUND_Edu
#primaryrocks
#asechat
https://t.co/iNvChxs5K9
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:21 PM EST
This ties in with Q2, relating to real life- rockets
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/FJywzKWwWw
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:20 PM EST
@anhalf
@Nickythomaseren
link nicely to Rocket science in a couple of months time. Still time to register
#ASEChat
https://t.co/dATfRsAWI9
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:22 PM EST
Please remember the hashtags
#PrimaryRocks
and
#ASEChat
so others can see your contributions
https://t.co/6bnD1L2khq
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:22 PM EST
Primary 1 hydroponic plant growth
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/LhvCFJrPv0
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:22 PM EST
@LPS_Science
Also -how to build a footbridge to replace bridge destroyed by floods
#Elland
@Brooksbank
Great engineering project
#ASEChat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:22 PM EST
Ah, fab. Thanks Paul
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/kWHGdRmhDi
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:22 PM EST
Primary 1 hydroponic plant growth
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/LhvCFJrPv0
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:23 PM EST
Our rocket launches
https://t.co/SOwHIBDMMT
&
https://t.co/Y1d9UQlfgD
#primaryrocks
#asechat
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:23 PM EST
@SIMMSPriScience
Talk to
@SAPS_News
about seed germination - their radish seeds are great for measuring growth
#ASEChat
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:23 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
@anhalf
#asechat
#primaryrocks
LOVE
@PracticalAction
resources for FREE real life STEM ideas.
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:23 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
We've looked at hydrogel to absorb liquid+D30 (oobleckish) used for impact protection in spacesuits
#asechat
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:24 PM EST
@LPS_Science
Try buoyancy of different cans of drink - depends on sugar content of drink - easy measure
#ASEChat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:24 PM EST
all sounds great- those hydrogels are fab.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
https://t.co/VOtbFnPZOs
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:23 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
We've looked at hydrogel to absorb liquid+D30 (oobleckish) used for impact protection in spacesuits
#asechat
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:24 PM EST
@ViciaScience
Great idea - sometimes the simple ones are the best!
#ASEchat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:25 PM EST
Also can roll different cans to predict what is in them (after removing labels of course )
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Q1
https://t.co/WDzwpJN7iM
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:24 PM EST
@LPS_Science
Try buoyancy of different cans of drink - depends on sugar content of drink - easy measure
#ASEChat
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:25 PM EST
@anhalf
rocket seeds grow quickly and tasty to eat within short time.
#ASEChat
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:25 PM EST
@ErChilvers
@MrHeadComputing
@LPS_Science
@PrimaryRocks1
@anhalf
made my own v easy
@inspiring_sci
sent me a link
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:25 PM EST
Wouldn't it be amazing if
@astro_timpeake
was reading
#primaryrocks
tonight and said hello?
#asechat
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:25 PM EST
@Tracy_Tyrrell
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
#asechat
and as transparent soil in a bag for seed germination and growth observations
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:25 PM EST
Primary 7 investigating buoyancy - they calculate density to predict buoyancy of cans
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/DAcq57gGTW
Philip_Robin_J
Jan 18 @ 3:26 PM EST
Testing sandyacht sail heights/shapes&wheel/axle widths B4 R-Royce Sci Prize race lit their fires
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:26 PM EST
Now that would be something. Hi Tim, we are inspired by you :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
@astro_timpeake
https://t.co/lr4S5npIfN
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:25 PM EST
Wouldn't it be amazing if
@astro_timpeake
was reading
#primaryrocks
tonight and said hello?
#asechat
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:26 PM EST
@Glazgow
Just watching an orange slowly decay (in a sealed glass jar) over several weeks is fascinating. Time lapse project?
#ASEChat
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:27 PM EST
Hi
@sarahpurplee
am trying to pick up what you are all on about!, My tweetdeck not connecting just now . Remember to include
#asechat
tho’
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:27 PM EST
@Glazgow
#asechat
have you tried the same but using small drink bottles of the same liquids?
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:27 PM EST
@anhalf
@astro_timpeake
So inspired! The kids can't stop talking about it!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:27 PM EST
@Tracy_Tyrrell
loved the hydrogel expt...kids were fascinated, especially when we got the water back with salt
#asechat
#primaryrocks
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:27 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
Current investigations linked to recent flooding problems in the area.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:28 PM EST
Great resources here too, thanks for sharing
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/47mcBEkyPB
misscarnell
Jan 18 @ 3:27 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@anhalf
@Nickythomaseren
bringing science to life with books
https://t.co/hfsQnCVho6
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:28 PM EST
@ViciaScience
@Glazgow
#asechat
check rothempstead research centre web site for time lapse of a variety of things food
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:29 PM EST
Euuww!
#asechat
https://t.co/8CQzUhyKwe
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
@anhalf
How many nappies worth of hydrogel will Tim Peake need for a spacewalk lasting 6 hrs (plus/minus suiting up)
#asechat
#primary
rocks
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:29 PM EST
@stevethedoc1
no, not tried that. How does if work?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:29 PM EST
Very appropriate with recent flooding
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/p4kTLitdZS
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:27 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
Current investigations linked to recent flooding problems in the area.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:29 PM EST
@Glazgow
@Tracy_Tyrrell
#asechat
have you seen effect of same chemical in certain wine gums, check gummy bears, look on label
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:29 PM EST
we watched
@astro_timpeake
take off!
https://t.co/DyR0KrvXy8
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:29 PM EST
haha FAB , maybe
@astro_timpeake
can help us out?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/7CAWojRi4f
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:29 PM EST
Euuww!
#asechat
https://t.co/8CQzUhyKwe
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:15 PM EST
@anhalf
How many nappies worth of hydrogel will Tim Peake need for a spacewalk lasting 6 hrs (plus/minus suiting up)
#asechat
#primary
rocks
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:30 PM EST
@Glazgow
#asechat
just try floating a bottle of diet and a bottle of regular coke to start, hint note angle
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:30 PM EST
another great resource- website is changing soon- if you are registered they are emailing details
#asechat
https://t.co/Bq1Jo2fOF7
Nickythomaseren
Jan 18 @ 3:28 PM EST
Stem learning resources is a good for keeping up to date with today's Science.😀
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/NNwjh82cX8
teachingofsci
Jan 18 @ 3:31 PM EST
can't stick around, but a quick rec'n for
@Ri_Science
#expeRimental
activities for primary lessons/club
#asechat
https://t.co/zt6H7bcufj
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:31 PM EST
RSPB bird watch at the end of the month? The prep school (and us too) all went to see the Solar eclipse.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:31 PM EST
@stevethedoc1
@Glazgow
so easy to do time lapse now with smart phones, tablets etc or just image sequences
#ASEChat
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:31 PM EST
@Glazgow
#asechat
can then try making own solutions of sugar concentrations in zip lock bags like condiments
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:31 PM EST
@MrLyford
@PrimaryRocks1
@astro_timpeake
brilliant- not about being a specialist, but an enthusiast :)
@simonmayo
#asechat
#primaryrocks
A_Weatherall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:32 PM EST
Sorry
#asechat
- night off tonight. I still need to publish CPD chat from two weeks ago. On my list.
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:32 PM EST
@LPS_Science
have you seen this?
https://t.co/soquOUoLNS
#asechat
#primaryrocks
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:32 PM EST
@teachingofsci
@Ri_Science
#asechat
have children make own versions of videos from here or their own experiments, 90 seconds max
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:33 PM EST
@A_Weatherall
no problem, I am hoping that a lovely, experienced
#asechat
@theASE
person will collate (pretty please)
teachingofsci
Jan 18 @ 3:33 PM EST
@stevethedoc1
nice idea - could also use stills as part of a storyboard explanation/display
@Ri_Science
#asechat
A_Weatherall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:33 PM EST
@jon_brunskill
#asechat
tonight is about primary science ideas.
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:33 PM EST
Ooo, I think that there might be quite a lot of interest in this :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/NwHMCUISrw
inspiring_sci
Jan 18 @ 3:32 PM EST
@priscigeeks
@ErChilvers
@MrHeadComputing
@LPS_Science
@PrimaryRocks1
@anhalf
can email our 'PrimaryScience' article to anyone for more info
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:33 PM EST
@stevethedoc1
ok, sounds good
#asechat
#primaryrocks
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:34 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Q3 from
@whatonomy
coming up in 1 minute
https://t.co/Cj2oSKEGWN
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:34 PM EST
@Glazgow
No, thanks for sharing, very helpful to share with the kids
#asechat
#primaryrocks
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:34 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Q3 from
@whatonomy
https://t.co/RjZGCVH5hS
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:34 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
@Lab_13Irchester
made fab model of space station-lots of DT+geography looking at countries involved
#asechat
Philip_Robin_J
Jan 18 @ 3:34 PM EST
Got to agree with
@MrHeadComputing
about the
@astro_timpeake
launch: awe-inspiring for all ages!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:34 PM EST
@stevethedoc1
not tried zip lock bags...we do this in universal tubes with salt & sugar solutions
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:34 PM EST
OK, this might generate some controversy- should science b taught by specialists in primary?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/x57yXTYuHx
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:34 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Q3 from
@whatonomy
coming up in 1 minute
https://t.co/Cj2oSKEGWN
MrGPrimary
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
Yes but no! Same argument for every subject
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
inspiring_sci
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
@LPS_Science
@PrimaryRocks1
We've used
#squishycircuits
with Y2-6 with increasing sophistication
#primaryrocks
#asechat
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
@inspiring_sci
@MrHeadComputing
@LPS_Science
@PrimaryRocks1
@anhalf
all own soldering as well!
#proud
!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
No, I think the need for Science CPD is high but should be the class teacher
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
No but decent subject knowledge and enthusiasm go a long way!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
Come on in, don't be shy, we are a friendly bunch at
#asechat
#primaryrocks
talking all about primary science this eve
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
@stevethedoc1
@Tracy_Tyrrell
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
Grow beans in empty CD case with a little soil to see root growth
#ASEChat
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
@anhalf
#asechat
watch for a storify published at 9.05 toonight
ikkleginga
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
#asechat
#primaryrocks
have borrowed teachers from local High School or joint projects if the science gets tricky
teach_fresh
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
A3. Not necessarily by specialists, but specialist equipment/resources would be good!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
CazGerrard
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
Sorry I am not joining in - feeling poorly and sent home today :( Look forward to collated info
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
Sounds fabulous- do you possibly have a picture to wow us all with?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/iv5oraGbdJ
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:34 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@Nickythomaseren
@Lab_13Irchester
made fab model of space station-lots of DT+geography looking at countries involved
#asechat
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
A3: No way, i'm no specialist but love learning with the children
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
https://t.co/DNI68rOZj1
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
@anhalf
I think yes - due to passion/confidence/interest. My head thinks no due to de-skilling
#asechat
#primaryrocks
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
@anhalf
as a specialist who teaches science I think it could benefit from more cross curricular links than I manage.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
New link to primary STEM resources for new NC
https://t.co/xa1eSiGk8Y
#asechat
existing registrations should work
https://t.co/ReXkNuCIb6
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:30 PM EST
another great resource- website is changing soon- if you are registered they are emailing details
#asechat
https://t.co/Bq1Jo2fOF7
Nickythomaseren
Jan 18 @ 3:28 PM EST
Stem learning resources is a good for keeping up to date with today's Science.😀
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/NNwjh82cX8
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:37 PM EST
Please remember the hashtags
#PrimaryRocks
and
#ASEChat
so others can see your contributions!
https://t.co/9qKQF96Ql1
computinggal
Jan 18 @ 3:37 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
I think it helps. But with decent subject knowledge n a bag load of confidence!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Philip_Robin_J
Jan 18 @ 3:37 PM EST
#primaryrocks
#asechat
For
#Rolls
-Royce SAND YACHT project please follow link on my Twitter homepage. It was a blast : )
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:37 PM EST
@ViciaScience
#asechat
use hydrogel as transparent soil then see everything, do in ziplock bag and pin to wall
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:37 PM EST
@anhalf
but, having a specialist means that science always get two hours per week.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:37 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
#asechat
#primaryrocks
no! Specialists knowledge (not specialists) can intimidate, CPD IS VITAL!
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:37 PM EST
YES- CPD for science- can
@pstt_whyhow
help with this? check out your local fellows :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/3qbfgbdxmR
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
No, I think the need for Science CPD is high but should be the class teacher
#asechat
#primaryrocks
ikkleginga
Jan 18 @ 3:38 PM EST
@Science4UsSays
#primaryrocks
#asechat
because teachers can't be expert in every subject that is important- and that's ok.
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:38 PM EST
In an ideal world have both?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/Fnd6wS85KE
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
@anhalf
as a specialist who teaches science I think it could benefit from more cross curricular links than I manage.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:38 PM EST
I'm team-teaching science this year, teachers are in to learn from me as I teach - as much about the how as the what
#asechat
#primaryrocks
paul77thompson
Jan 18 @ 3:39 PM EST
@anhalf
@A_Weatherall
Don't have to be a specialist, just need to make sure you fully understand what you're teaching
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:39 PM EST
@glazgow
great idea if school has capacity to allow this
#asechat
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
@anhalf
There is definitely one in this blog...
https://t.co/1FEnnzumZZ
#asechat
#primaryrocks
bekblayton
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
@grahamandre
but we are specialist teachers… We keep forgetting how important a skill that is
#primaryrocks
#asechat
JaneWinter115
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
I have been following the chat but not quiet sure how to join in properly.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/Uf8v6ma2xf
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
Come on in, don't be shy, we are a friendly bunch at
#asechat
#primaryrocks
talking all about primary science this eve
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
@anhalf
My step-daughter had a PPA teacher who did science, she probably managed it better than I do.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
Yes, resourcing can be an issue,. electricity kits are ££
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/vBuEVUfFUn
teach_fresh
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
A3. Not necessarily by specialists, but specialist equipment/resources would be good!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
plenty of experts that can be contacted through
@stemnet
etc and there is also funding for it
#primaryrocks
#asechat
https://t.co/rX6D8U7t1X
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:38 PM EST
In an ideal world have both?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/Fnd6wS85KE
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
@anhalf
as a specialist who teaches science I think it could benefit from more cross curricular links than I manage.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
@glazgow
would help to build confidence when non specialist
#asechat
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
I'm also developing resources, investigations and lesson plans for teachers to use in the future
#asechat
#primaryrocks
A_Weatherall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
@paul77thompson
@anhalf
so a polymath will do :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
ikkleginga
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
@Glazgow
#primaryrocks
#asechat
team teaching is ideal - share knowledge rather than expect all to be isolated pockets of all round experts
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:41 PM EST
@anhalf
What do you mean by a specialist teacher of science? Really hard to define, and possibly not a useful 'tag'?
#ASEChat
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:41 PM EST
@anhalf
I have to say if you have a good scheme of work then not being a specialist doesn't matter.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:41 PM EST
Hello Jane! you seem to have joined in very well, keep going
#asechat
https://t.co/zFggn9heFg
JaneWinter115
Jan 18 @ 3:40 PM EST
I have been following the chat but not quiet sure how to join in properly.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/Uf8v6ma2xf
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
Come on in, don't be shy, we are a friendly bunch at
#asechat
#primaryrocks
talking all about primary science this eve
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:41 PM EST
@JaneWinter115
Hi, if you search the hashtags
#primaryrocks
#asechat
and all tweets you will be able to follow the (very fast) chat.
MrGPrimary
Jan 18 @ 3:41 PM EST
@anhalf
Have a look at EverythingMachine app if money is tight - not ideal but a great start!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:41 PM EST
@stevethedoc1
ah, you are a superstar. Thank you :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:41 PM EST
@JaneWinter115
You are doing fine Jane. Try replying to a tweet you like and put
#ASEChat
at the end
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:42 PM EST
@NeedhamL56
I know, its a total luxury but feedback from teachers is excellent. I work with over 30 teachers.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:42 PM EST
@JaneWinter115
@anhalf
just like that Jane! Use the
#asechat
and
#primaryrocks
hashtags and comment away. We are on Q3 specialist prisci?
jon_brunskill
Jan 18 @ 3:42 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
of the many areas of low subject knowledge in pri, there is no greater dearth than science
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:42 PM EST
I have been favouriting like crazy and there will be a storify of this chat later
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/lG1LSHaQUa
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
@anhalf
#asechat
watch for a storify published at 9.05 toonight
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:42 PM EST
@bekblayton
very true Rebecca, although I am more specialist at some things than others :-)
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:43 PM EST
I am not a specialist, but I LOVE science, love finding out (and gettng it wrong too)
#asechat
#prmaryrocks
https://t.co/imPipnb9pj
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:36 PM EST
A3: No way, i'm no specialist but love learning with the children
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
https://t.co/DNI68rOZj1
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:43 PM EST
I would like to see more primary teachers applying to
@theASE
for
#CSciTeach
status to mark their enthusiasm and effectiveness
#ASEChat
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:43 PM EST
Lots of opportunities for science and STEM CPD here
https://t.co/bsNGJOUAIq
#asechat
or contact your local Science Learning Partnership
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:43 PM EST
@anhalf
absolutely, I really think kids want to help the teacher to learn too
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:44 PM EST
@Tracy_Tyrrell
woudln't it be great to have the choice in schools? to have both classteacher and a specialist on hand
#asechat
#primaryrocks
SIMMSPriScience
Jan 18 @ 3:44 PM EST
#asechat
Do schemes of work have common misconceptions highlighted? Any merit in a quick quiz to ascertain teacher misconceptions?
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:44 PM EST
and a little bit of acting thrown in for good measure :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/3WKJ4Duuwc
computinggal
Jan 18 @ 3:37 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
I think it helps. But with decent subject knowledge n a bag load of confidence!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:44 PM EST
@stevethedoc1
Yes - you showed us in Hudds. I have not forgotten. Insert graph paper to make measuring easier?
#ASEChat
MrSimpson07
Jan 18 @ 3:45 PM EST
Seco Science labs shld open their doors for
#PrimaryRocks
use. A great way to build aspiration thru K-12
#asechat
https://t.co/Z138EqIyN2
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:17 PM EST
We do, on average, about an hour of science a week...better than it was but still not enough!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:46 PM EST
@anhalf
@Tracy_Tyrrell
isn't that the role of the subject leader?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:46 PM EST
Yes I think we are all good at that one!
#asechat
#acting
https://t.co/unrVO7KNnV
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:44 PM EST
and a little bit of acting thrown in for good measure :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/3WKJ4Duuwc
computinggal
Jan 18 @ 3:37 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
I think it helps. But with decent subject knowledge n a bag load of confidence!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:46 PM EST
@anhalf
ah yes the acting, always the acting
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
https://t.co/TZ0G8h1ACu
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:46 PM EST
@ViciaScience
#asechat
but what size graphpaper and would it be line, bar or scatter graph????
ikkleginga
Jan 18 @ 3:46 PM EST
@Science4UsSays
#primaryrocks
#asechat
you have to *get* quite a lot of the underlying concepts to teach effectively (often I don't)
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:46 PM EST
@anhalf
definitely. I know teachers who LOVE teaching science, teachers who want to love teaching science and those who hate it
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:47 PM EST
Also, there is the international conference, bursaries available
https://t.co/mDnhfDGC0h
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/eiEZ0bXLJ3
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:37 PM EST
YES- CPD for science- can
@pstt_whyhow
help with this? check out your local fellows :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/3qbfgbdxmR
LPS_Science
Jan 18 @ 3:35 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
@whatonomy
No, I think the need for Science CPD is high but should be the class teacher
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:47 PM EST
@grahamandre
totally agree, kids love a teacher who learns enthusiastically along with them
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Philip_Robin_J
Jan 18 @ 3:47 PM EST
Specialists have their place sure but primary teachers need to fire enthusiasm & ch's questioning
#primaryrocks
#asechat
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:48 PM EST
we have a whole town STEM initiative running inc pri/secondary/industry/experts
#primaryrocks
#asechat
ikkleginga
Jan 18 @ 3:48 PM EST
@anhalf
@Tracy_Tyrrell
#primaryrocks
#asechat
and awesomely awesome if that expert is a colleague who knows *stuff* about science n that
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:49 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Q4 coming up in 1 minute
https://t.co/Bb9ATjzcGK
MrGPrimary
Jan 18 @ 3:49 PM EST
@MrHeadComputing
Nice work - we do a STEM fortnight later in the year. Some great involvement from outside parties
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:49 PM EST
yes, that is good for certain. Also partnering other schools and transition can help support
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/1CmAdBlCPO
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:41 PM EST
@anhalf
I have to say if you have a good scheme of work then not being a specialist doesn't matter.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:49 PM EST
@Philip_Robin_J
#asechat
and enable it to link with other subjects and interests and happenings in school and life
PriSciEarle
Jan 18 @ 3:49 PM EST
@priscigeeks
@anhalf
@Tracy_Tyrrell
Enthusiasm for Working Scientifically is more imp than specialists for pri sci
#asechat
#primaryrocks
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:49 PM EST
@ikkleginga
@Science4UsSays
most valuable lesson is how to ask questions and find answers. Underlying explanations not so important
#ASEChat
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:50 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#ASEChat
Q4
https://t.co/GhcA1bfG7J
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:50 PM EST
Yes, saw this earlier. Truly incredible
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/TLIFXS8VxY
Nickythomaseren
Jan 18 @ 3:47 PM EST
@grahamandre
@anhalf
have you seen this? Flower growing in space as we speak. Amazing!
https://t.co/p7FdqZpBcN
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:50 PM EST
@Glazgow
makes such a difference, makes us human too
#wedontknoweverything
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:50 PM EST
@MrGPrimary
It's great to show the children real life applications of science
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Philip_Robin_J
Jan 18 @ 3:50 PM EST
Let's celebrate the good old STEM Ambassador
#primaryrocks
#asechat
We all need to rent an expert occasionally!
MrGPrimary
Jan 18 @ 3:50 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
Best - engaging children. Worst - lack of equipment
#asechat
#primaryrocks
dannynic
Jan 18 @ 3:50 PM EST
#asechat
#primaryrocks
and science shouldn't be compartmentalised. It can be cross-curricular - flag up science as it appears in other areas
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:50 PM EST
Are there many primary teachers out there with this? (is on my to do list)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/vjdNUQLaQY
ViciaScience
Jan 18 @ 3:43 PM EST
I would like to see more primary teachers applying to
@theASE
for
#CSciTeach
status to mark their enthusiasm and effectiveness
#ASEChat
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:51 PM EST
@Tracy_Tyrrell
sad but true
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:51 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
Best thing is the lightbulb moments, worst is the limited resources.
#primaryrocks
#asechat
teach_fresh
Jan 18 @ 3:51 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
#primaryrocks
#asechat
A4. Best part = child's reaction in the background of this
https://t.co/6PCxbtWg9o
MonksmeadSchool
Dec 2 @ 11:22 AM EST
They mixed water, vegetable oil and food colouring. Look at what happened when they added Alka-Seltzer...
https://t.co/h04HFie4A4
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:51 PM EST
@ikkleginga
@Science4UsSays
I think primary science can be pretty open so GCSE level understand isn't enough.
#asechat
#primaryscience
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:51 PM EST
You need to know who your 'experts' are in a school and seek them out for advice -
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:51 PM EST
@PriSciEarle
@priscigeeks
@anhalf
totally agree - + lots of primary teachers find WS the scariest when done properly
#asechat
#primaryrocks
dannynic
Jan 18 @ 3:51 PM EST
you lose this if science is only left to specialists in the school
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:52 PM EST
The sow that I have been working on does this- useful2 get feedback from secondaries on this
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/EjaTR20bxD
SIMMSPriScience
Jan 18 @ 3:44 PM EST
#asechat
Do schemes of work have common misconceptions highlighted? Any merit in a quick quiz to ascertain teacher misconceptions?
PrimaryRocks1
Jan 18 @ 3:52 PM EST
Please remember the hashtags
#PrimaryRocks
and
#ASEChat
. This one reads Susan Album Party...
https://t.co/u303eEUIpZ
paul77thompson
Jan 18 @ 3:52 PM EST
@A_Weatherall
@anhalf
The other thing is being willing to say I don't know, lets find out! Be part of the learning
#asechat
#primaryrocks
RobertsNiomi
Jan 18 @ 3:52 PM EST
@MrGPrimary
@PrimaryRocks1
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Best- Developing curiosity and excitement around natural phenomena.Worst- lack of funding.
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:52 PM EST
@MrHeadComputing
@PrimaryRocks1
kitchen science! Easy and cheap and real!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:52 PM EST
I have a self appointed spelling & grammar mentor + art mentor, music mentor - they are all happy to help me 'a lot'
#asechat
#primaryrocks
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:52 PM EST
@ikkleginga
@Science4UsSays
I hate 'miss did you hear about the man eating bat' etc. Err, I have no idea!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
stevethedoc1
Jan 18 @ 3:53 PM EST
@Glazgow
#asechat
or even locally or network or hub
JaneWinter115
Jan 18 @ 3:53 PM EST
I think that orgs like ASE & National STEM centre mean that you don't need to be a specialist.
#asechat
@Primaryrocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:53 PM EST
Where are you teaching Tim?
@mrheadcomputing
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:53 PM EST
It's a great way to get the children (and teachers) engaged
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/a2EXdcupxo
PriSciEarle
Jan 18 @ 3:49 PM EST
@priscigeeks
@anhalf
@Tracy_Tyrrell
Enthusiasm for Working Scientifically is more imp than specialists for pri sci
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MrGPrimary
Jan 18 @ 3:53 PM EST
@RobertsNiomi
@PrimaryRocks1
The key! Develop the curiosity and let them fly!
#primaryrocks
#asechat
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:53 PM EST
A4: Lack of decent Science resources, teaching about human body can be brill
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
https://t.co/a7wS0gkJrL
ikkleginga
Jan 18 @ 3:54 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
#primaryrocks
#asechat
+like it when experiments work and everyone goes "wow". I am all about the whizzbangs. -like write ups
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:54 PM EST
One of the worst thing about primary science is how much 'cheap' primary science costs!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:54 PM EST
This is where the wonderful TAPs project and focussed assessments can help :)
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/woH5CRRxpx
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:51 PM EST
@PriSciEarle
@priscigeeks
@anhalf
totally agree - + lots of primary teachers find WS the scariest when done properly
#asechat
#primaryrocks
RobertsNiomi
Jan 18 @ 3:54 PM EST
@MrGPrimary
@PrimaryRocks1
Yes! We use wonder walls to ensure this happens!
#asechat
#primaryscience
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/TDAJzbrXqu
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:54 PM EST
I find that preparing good primary science lessons takes a very, very long time. How you guys do it I do not know.
#asechat
#primaryrocks
MrGPrimary
Jan 18 @ 3:54 PM EST
@hrogerson
Cheap isn't always bad - using some AR in science tomorrow to bring the body alive!
@arloonapps
#primaryrocks
#asechat
JaneWinter115
Jan 18 @ 3:55 PM EST
What seeds have you used?
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/Bl1TkbAgL7
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:22 PM EST
Primary 1 hydroponic plant growth
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/LhvCFJrPv0
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:55 PM EST
@grahamandre
- and the moment we think we do we're in the wrong job! I do CPD on - It's ok to say 'I don't know'
#asechat
#primaryrocks
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:55 PM EST
@anhalf
@ViciaScience
have been trying to complete the form for nearly a year. Too complicated and time consuming!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:55 PM EST
@Glazgow
cracking stuff mate, busy?
#ASEChat
#primaryrocks
A_Weatherall
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:55 PM EST
@paul77thompson
@anhalf
indeed - that's what science is all about - investigating and finding things out.
#asechat
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:56 PM EST
@Tracy_Tyrrell
@ViciaScience
my initial perusal backs this up- not sure how it would add 2 my role
#asechat
would love to know who has done
ErChilvers
Jan 18 @ 3:56 PM EST
@hrogerson
Definitely. Its £1 here, £2 there. It all adds up
#asechat
#primaryrocks
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:56 PM EST
A4: One for Year 6 maybe :-)
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
https://t.co/eLu0hPPwJU
JaneWinter115
Jan 18 @ 3:56 PM EST
too true! And the teacher pays!
#asechat
@PrimaryRocks
https://t.co/eJES9BWVOl
hrogerson
Jan 18 @ 3:54 PM EST
One of the worst thing about primary science is how much 'cheap' primary science costs!
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:56 PM EST
@JaneWinter115
Hi Jane- SAPs project has ideas, suggestions include herbs and radish
#asechat
#primaryrocks
NeedhamL56
- Moderator
Jan 18 @ 3:56 PM EST
@mrheadcomputing
is it across the city Nottingham? or wider? good to have this collaboration happening. Hard to co-ordinate
#asechat
Tracy_Tyrrell
Jan 18 @ 3:56 PM EST
@anhalf
Unfortunately only teachers interested in science are on
#asechat
. Many will not favour specialists because they love science
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:57 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
BEST when they get 'it' whatever it is WORST no how in the wow. Usually commercial providers doing this not teachers
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:57 PM EST
Primary science is all about generating excitement and sending kids to high school with a head buzzing with questions
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:57 PM EST
haha brilliant
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/Ai75E2Ms8c
grahamandre
Jan 18 @ 3:56 PM EST
A4: One for Year 6 maybe :-)
#primaryrocks
#ASEChat
https://t.co/eLu0hPPwJU
ikkleginga
Jan 18 @ 3:57 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
#priamryrocks
#asechat
*confession* I find some of the topics boring. not all. but some. the sort of physics-y ones.
butter_cha
Jan 18 @ 3:57 PM EST
too true!And the teacher pays!
#asechat
https://t.co/UwR0yfNdNj
ally_pandaa
Jan 18 @ 3:56 PM EST
You know
#life
is crazy when
@djkhaled
was the inspiration for part of your homework assignment
#keytosuccess
#motivation
PriSciEarle
Jan 18 @ 3:58 PM EST
Good: the excitement and opp to investigate own Qs. Bad: lack of time for science
#asechat
#primaryrocks
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:58 PM EST
well said. BEST- engaged children, worst- not enough time to do more more more
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/LY05E5jf3p
priscigeeks
Jan 18 @ 3:57 PM EST
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
BEST when they get 'it' whatever it is WORST no how in the wow. Usually commercial providers doing this not teachers
dolan_dolly
Jan 18 @ 3:58 PM EST
So many good things but my favourite bit is when something unexpected causes the kids jaws to drop!
#PrimaryRocks
#asechat
headhighwood
Jan 18 @ 3:58 PM EST
@PrimaryRocks1
#primaryrocks
#asechat
Best = when the 'penny drops'. Worst = batteries always being dead when you need them.
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:59 PM EST
love this
#asechat
#prinaryrocks
this is what primary (should) be all about; igniting the flame ;)
https://t.co/QOfRJP46wQ
Glazgow
Jan 18 @ 3:57 PM EST
Primary science is all about generating excitement and sending kids to high school with a head buzzing with questions
#asechat
#primaryrocks
ikkleginga
Jan 18 @ 3:59 PM EST
@receptiveteach
#primaryrocks
#asechat
that's true - have seen ACE stuff (eg van der graaf - ha ha) and felt v jealous of high school
anhalf
Jan 18 @ 3:59 PM EST
Loving the wonderwalls
#asechat
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/FfYqetHHIE
RobertsNiomi
Jan 18 @ 3:54 PM EST
@MrGPrimary
@PrimaryRocks1
Yes! We use wonder walls to ensure this happens!
#asechat
#primaryscience
#primaryrocks
https://t.co/TDAJzbrXqu
MrHeadComputing
Jan 18 @ 3:59 PM EST
Thanks
@anhalf
for a great
#primaryrocks
#asechat
mashup.