Niki Kaiser
Niki Kaiser is a chemistry teacher and assistant headteacher at Notre Dame High School in Norwich, and director of the Norwich Research School. She was previously seconded to the Education Endowment Foundation as their science content specialist, and in 2019, she won the Schools Education Award from the Royal Society of Chemistry.
She is a firm believer that research should always begin with the 'why', but she understands that the 'what' and 'how' are also important, and is always keen to find accessible ways of putting research into practice.
PosterEverything you need to teach the structure of the atom
With this poster and fact sheet, your 14–16 learners will soon know their electrons from their protons
CPD articleHow to teach atomic structure at 14–16
Strengthen your students’ grasp of the atom and electronic configurations with these models and strategies
PosterLooking at groups 1, 7 and 0 on the periodic table
Turn 14–16 learners onto the key trends they need to understand for exam success with this poster, fact sheet and classroom activity
PosterHow to read the periodic table
Make sure your students know how to find elements, groups and periods
FeatureWhy metacognition is vital for successful independent learning
Help your students to regulate their own learning and boost outcomes
FeatureGet to know your students better to improve outcomes
Try these ideas to build relationships and manage behaviour effectively
ResourceThe pH scale and the chemistry of ocean acidification | 14–16 years
Worksheet to develop understanding of the pH scale and apply it in the context of ocean acidification. Extension questions provide more challenge on carbonic acid and acid base equilibrium, leading to a research task on the consequences for marine organisms
IdeasAdd ocean acidification to your existing lessons
Use these tips to link UN sustainable development goal 14 to your lessons on dissolved ions, acids and the pH scale
FeatureAre misconceptions on your RADAAR?
How to use the EEF’s RADAAR framework to help you better consider misconceptions when planning your lessons and curriculums
OpinionHow students learn effectively from home
Wondering how to nail remote teaching? The EEF shares some ideas to help you master content and strategy
Ideas5 practical ideas for using Johnstone’s triangle
How to help your students link conceptual levels
IdeasConfronting fears in the lab
Practical work can scare pupils. Here’s how to overcome their worries
IdeasWhy the periodic table is a student’s best friend
How to encourage your pupils to use it as a resource
OpinionHow I tackled misconceptions
Education research inspired me to improve my scheme of work for structure and bonding