News and analysis – Page 4
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AnalysisLow pay means losing school technicians
The level of skill required for technicians is not reflected in their salaries, say teachers. Practical work will suffer without them.
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NewsUp to £6k more for chemists to train as teachers
Larger financial incentives for training are announced, but many want a greater focus on keeping teachers in the profession
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AnalysisPractical advice for practical work
A recent study details what is needed for world-class practical experiences for schools. We look into the priority recommendations.
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NewsThis year’s chemistry Nobel prize made simple
What is cryo-electron microscopy and how has it changed the world?
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NewsChallenges for practical science teaching highlighted by new report
Pressures on schools and teachers are sidelining lab time for students
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NewsPoor literacy skills hold disadvantaged students back in science
Reading skills are crucial for closing the attainment gap according to a new report
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NewsChemistry A-level results are out
The first cohort of the new A-levels in England received results along with an endorsement for practical work
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AnalysisAre corrosive substances in your school safe?
Chemicals supply is under scrutiny following rising numbers of acid attacks
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AnalysisWhy participate in CREST awards?
We find out how and why schools take part in this investigative project scheme
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NewsUniversities ranked by teaching excellence
The first picture of performance against Teaching Excellence Framework criteria in the higher education sector has been announced
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NewsRSC prizes in chemistry education
The Royal Society of Chemistry has announced the winners of its 2017 awards for chemistry education
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NewsHow much practical work?
Education in Chemistry asked ’how often do your students do practical work?’ and twitter responded
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NewsChemistry department evacuated after student accidentally makes explosive
Reports claim TATP synthesised by mistake at the University of Bristol
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NewsScience teacher shortfall hits most disadvantaged
Trainee recruitment targets not met for the past five years
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NewsGovernment earmarks £170m for technical institutes
New Institutes of Technology aim to bolster technical education
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NewsInternational studies highlight low teacher morale in UK
PISA and TIMSS show mixed results for the UK
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NewsWhy titrate?
A chemistry teacher wanted to know why professional chemists carry out titrations …
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NewsGrand challenges set for science students
New competition asks young people to explore solutions for global health and development issues
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NewsHefty trainee teacher bursaries get mixed reception
The Department for Education has announced substantial new bursaries for teacher training – but some are larger than others