Colin McGill
Colin McGill is an associate professor in education on the PGDE programmes at Edinburgh Napier University. He leads the Learning & Teaching modules for all subject areas, and is responsible for subject-specific development of the students on the PGDE chemistry programme.
Prior to this, he was a chemistry teacher and then a principal teacher of science in schools in central Scotland. As well as supporting and developing student teachers, his interests lie in subject-specific professional development of chemistry teachers and the effective use of practical work in science classrooms.
He still likes to think of himself as a runner.
NewsCelebrate curiosity, creativity and co-operation in your chemistry lessons
They’re key to learners identifying positively with chemistry and achieving success
Feature10 research-informed ideas to maximise chemistry practicals
Use these ideas from the latest chemistry education research to improve learning from your classroom laboratory experiments
FeatureImprove students’ understanding with Johnstone’s triangle
Make abstract ideas concrete by linking macroscopic, submicroscopic and symbolic representations
FeatureBuild successful lesson plans using AI
Discover how AI can empower you to become a better teacher
FeatureAre tablets an essential classroom aid?
Find out the pros and cons of using technology in your classroom
FeaturePut your best foot forward with personalised professional learning
Ensure your CPD is tailored to you and your classroom to improve student outcomes
OpinionNever write another lesson plan template again
Lesson planning is essential, lesson plan templates are not
IdeasHow to apply cognitive load theory to chemistry practicals
Ideas from cognitive science that will transform your chemistry classroom practicals