Induction Course for Physics Teachers
- Target Group
- Physics teachers new to the profession and teachers of physics new to the revised Leaving Certificate syllabus
- Course Aims
- Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of this course, participants should be able to:
• Apply the structure and content of the physics syllabus, the teacher guidelines and the support starter pack
• Identify and investigate best practice in laboratory management
• Choose effective teaching methods, such as Assessment for Learning, for communicating physics
• Demonstrate practical hands-on experience with all the experiments listed in the syllabus
• Discuss and reflect on their own teaching and share experiences and useful resources with colleagues
• Undertake some action research in teachers' own work situations, reflect on practice and document the outcomes. - Application Closing Date
- 15-09-08 for Cork, 26-09-08 for Dublin and 03-10-08 for Galway
| Venue | Dates |
|---|---|
| Cork Education Support Centre | Wed 24 Sep 2008, Thu 6 Nov 2008, Sat 28 Feb 2009 (09:30-15:30) |
| Dublin West Education Centre | Wed 8 Oct 2008, Fri 14 Nov 2008, Sat 7 Mar 2009 (09:30-15:30) |
| Galway Education Centre | Wed 15 Oct 2008, Fri 28 Nov 2008, Sat 7 Mar 2009 (09:30-15:30) |
