Differentiation tool with teachers’ guide. This resource aims to encourage independent research skills. Ideal for learning during the lockdown or catching up when schools return! One of a series three blank templates, one each for Year 4. **Year 4 **- the template is a marking scheme that helps pupils and their teachers focus of what is required for a research task. The basic document shows that the teacher expects: a title page; five fun facts in their own words, (teachers can train pupils NOT to copy and paste); two books used to be listed; three questions to be made up; a date for completion. Topics can be chosen by pupils to fit in with their interests and could be used to provide independent learning experiences. In addition to writing points, pupils could take digital photos, record their information, draw pictures or use pictures from a google image search. ‘Pictures save a 1000 words! Plus advice for pupils with additional needs and cross curricular ideas. This a one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done at home, in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website with appropriate permissions.

During lockdown families benefited from engaging in family projects. Once back at school teachers can encourage them to continue. This resource provides a list of ideas across a range of subjects and age groups that teachers can use to do this. Topics include art and crafts, drama, music and science. Build on the increased awareness that parents have of their children’s learning. Other useful resources: Advice to parents

Enrich your curriculum during uncertain times. As part of a global experience as we return to school, open your classroom door. Can’t plan for trips at the moment but virtual visits offer all sorts of possibilities. Use the resource to find place to visit. Build these trips into your curriculum. In the future you can use them to do pre-visit preparations. A number of the places listed have teacher resources available. Suitable for students of all ages and schools across the world.

IRP- magnetism - differentiation tool - recently improved. This is one of a family of 14 resources aimed to encourage independent research skills for more able students. Recently improved in response to a review. There is a blank template and example topics including: ac generation, batteries, electromagnetism, graphene, industrial processes, magnetism, metals, nanotechnology, newest elements ( atomic numbers over 100), polymers, rocks, solar energy, wind generation. Also a two page teacher’s guidance (basic, intermediate and advanced) for using it as a differentiation tool plus a page of resources (basic, intermediate and advanced). This a one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. These topics would make an ideal cover lesson. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website or blog or in student publication magazines and blogs. Duration: This depends on the age and ability of the students. For youngest students it could be for a week’s homework. As students get older the tasks could be set for half a term, even a whole term, could be linked with a science fair, STEM activity, open evening, assembly or business or commerce event,

Preparing to return to your school buildings? Ready to address and solve Post pandemic problems? This document is designed to help senior leaders devise strategies for helping students catch up and consolidate their learning. There are three strategies listed: Independent Research Projects Cross curricular projects Collaborative learning projects By setting simple research project teachers can help students to learn a lot about a subject very rapidly. Independent research opportunities are one of the best chances students can be given to deepen and widen their knowledge. Students who have been given opportunities to study topics of particular interest to them have on occasions gone on to do a doctorate in those areas! Knowledge does not exist in little compartments and nor does learning. Cross curricular learning is important for students enabling them construct their understanding of the world. As we seek ways to help students catch up, CROSS-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES HELP TIME CONSTRAINTS – MORE CONTENT CAN BE COVERED. Collaborative learning is a much under-used technique in schools. . By talking and writing at the same time students can cross-fertilise ideas and produce much better material than any single student could do. When consolidating learning these experiences will provide opportunities to fill the gap in learning. If students are asked to produce a paragraph on a particular topic, then each student may have accessed different information during their home studies. By putting together three different collections of information, the students are able to share knowledge. • Why not use the checklist to see which strategies your school is using to help students catch up and consolidate their learning? • Ask different stake-holders to complete the document and compare their scores. • Complete the audit when school re-opens, then at the beginning of the next two terms. What does the result tell you?

This simple worksheet explains to students (and possibly their teachers) how to make a creative word cloud using text relevant to a lesson or series of lessons. In this case - careers. Subject teachers need to advise students about possible careers in their subject. There is a list of chemistry careers available here) It can be used as a differentiated activity for a whole range of students. More able can import text from an essay, a SOW, a curriculum document. Suitable for all curricula e.g. UK, USA, IB

NOW WITH ADDED TEACHERS’ GUIDE! Idea for Catch up after lockdown . This is ONE of a family of 14 resources aimed to encourage independent research skills for more able students. There is a blank template and example topics including: a.c. generation batteries, electromagnetism, graphene, industrial processes, magnetism, metals, nanotechnology, newest elements ( atomic numbers over 100) manufacture of polymers, rocks, solar energy, wind generation. This is one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. These topics would make an ideal cover lesson. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website or blog or in student publication magazines and blogs. Duration: This depends on the age and ability of the students. For youngest students it could be for a week’s homework. As students get older the tasks could be set for half a term, even a whole term, could be linked with a science fair, STEM activity, open evening, assembly or business or commerce event.

Digital literacy is increasingly important! This resource has two record cards for teachers to track students literacy and digital literacy from starting school to adulthood. This document has many uses and possibilities and can be used in all curriculum.

Can’t use the labs because of lockdown and distance learning? There are lots of interesting and exciting websites that offer science learning experiences – virtual biology labs, animations, videos, simulations. This is part of a series of virtual labs - chemistry, physics, general science. Involve your students in REAL science through citizen science experiences. Citizen science biology Citizen science chemistry Citizen science physics Citizen science bundle

This is one of a family of 14 resources aimed to encourage independent research skills for more able students. NOW WITH ADDED TEACHERS’ GUIDE. There is a blank template and example topics including:ac generation (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/independent-research-project-ac-generation-differentiation-tool-12185726) batteries (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/independent-research-project-batteries-differentiation-tool-12185716) , electromagnetism, graphene, industrial processes, magnetism, metals, nanotechnology, newest elements ( atomic numbers over 100), polymers, rocks, wind generation. This a one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. These topics would make an ideal cover lesson. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website or blog or in student publication magazines and blogs. Duration: This depends on the age and ability of the students. For youngest students it could be for a week’s homework. As students get older the tasks could be set for half a term, even a whole term, could be linked with a science fair, STEM activity, open evening, assembly or business or commerce event,

What is the question - magnetism - thinking skills -RECENTLY REVISED This resource is designed to develop students’ ability to think and question. Now contains: pedagological guidance for teachers to use the resources across a wide range of ages and abilities; a visual version and a blank template for students to design their own answers and questions and possible answers for basic, intermediate and advanced level students. Why use what is the question? Traditionally the teacher is the centre of attention, the owner of knowledge and information. In this situation the role becomes more a facilitator than an instructor. Students who learn to ask their own questions become more curious, take ownership of their learning, and demonstrate greater comprehension of challenging content the students are thinking and doing more, rather than the teacher. Socrates wandered around Athens asking questions to get at a deeper truth. Since then teachers have used questions as a way to get students to think more deeply, rather than giving them the information directly. Is applicable to all specifications, curricula and standards **Duration: ** Can be used: as a five-minute starter at the beginning of a lesson to assess prior learning; a test of understanding in the middle of a lesson; an exit task at the end of the lesson or a homework. As long as the question gives the answer on the slide it is correct. Differentiation: Teachers can encourage older and more able students to re-phrase and re-formulate their questions, perhaps using a thesaurus. Can be used in a wide range of curriculum

This is a series of differentiated word searches on topic of magnetism and electromagnetism. Word searches are ideal tools to use for developing technical language. In order to learn, students need to internalize vocabulary. Encourage students to work in pairs and say aloud the words they are using. This sheet is part of a series that contains a sheet for higher ability and one for lower ability and SEND - visual impairment. The answers are provided on a separate sheet. The sheet is designed for the new science curriculum Y8 but is suitable for Y10 and most international curricular. There are 20 words hidden: magnet, bell, coil, north, south, electricity, generator headphones, loudspeaker, motor, mri , record, storage, transformer, wire, pole , attract , repel, cobalt, nickel There are only 15 words in the lower ability sheet with the simplest words from th list above used. The higher ability sheet has additional, ‘if this is the answer what is the question?’ which allows for creativity and high level thinking. The sheet suitable for students with visual impairment (SEND) has good contrast colours (black and yellow), recommended font ARIAL size of 14.

Careers advice for primary schools. This resource is to support primary school teachers delivering KS2 careers and PHSE (Personal, Health, Social Education). There is a detailed advice sheet for teachers to find enterprise and financial resources and to help pupils find information about jobs, careers, and their future. In addition there is a record sheet for pupils to fill in during years 4,5 and 6. It should also provide feedback for teachers to see if pupils raise their aspirations. National Careers Week is in early March each year.

This is one of a family of 14 resources aimed to encourage independent research skills for more able students. NOW WITH ADDED TEACHER NOTES. There is a blank template and example topics including: ac generation, batteries , electromagnetism, graphene, industrial processes, magnetism, manufacture of polymers, metals, nanotechnology, newest elements ( atomic numbers over 100), rocks, solar energy, wind generation This a one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. These topics would make an ideal cover lesson. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website or blog or in student publication magazines and blogs. Duration: This depends on the age and ability of the students. For youngest students it could be for a week’s homework. As students get older the tasks could be set for half a term, even a whole term, could be linked with a science fair, STEM activity, open evening, assembly or business or commerce event,

This is one of a family of 14 resources aimed to encourage independent research skills for more able students. NOW WITH ADDED TEACHERS NOTES. There is a blank template and example topics including: ac generation, batteries , electromagnetism, graphene, industrial processes, magnetism, metals, nanotechnology, newest elements ( atomic numbers over 100), polymers, rocks, solar energy, wind generation. This a one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. These topics would make an ideal cover lesson. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website or blog or in student publication magazines and blogs. Duration: This depends on the age and ability of the students. For youngest students it could be for a week’s homework. As students get older the tasks could be set for half a term, even a whole term, could be linked with a science fair, STEM activity, open evening, assembly or business or commerce event

This is one of a family of 14 resources aimed to encourage independent research skills for more able students. NOW WITH ADDITIONAL TEACHERS’ GUIDE. There is a blank template and example topics including: ac generation, batteries , electromagnetism, graphene, industrial processes, magnetism, metals, nanotechnology, newest elements ( atomic numbers over 100), polymers, rocks, solar energy, wind generation. This a one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. These topics would make an ideal cover lesson. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website or blog or in student publication magazines and blogs. Duration: This depends on the age and ability of the students. For youngest students it could be for a week’s homework. As students get older the tasks could be set for half a term, even a whole term, could be linked with a science fair, STEM activity, open evening, assembly or business or commerce event,

This is one of a family of 14 resources aimed to encourage independent research skills for more able students. NOW ALSO HAS A TEACHERS’ GUIDE. There is a blank template and example topics including: ac generation, batteries , electromagnetism, graphene, industrial processes, magnetism, manufacture of polymers, metals, nanotechnology, newest elements ( atomic numbers over 100), rocks, solar energy, wind generation. This a one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. These topics would make an ideal cover lesson. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website or blog or in student publication magazines and blogs. Duration: This depends on the age and ability of the students. For youngest students it could be for a week’s homework. As students get older the tasks could be set for half a term, even a whole term, could be linked with a science fair, STEM activity, open evening, assembly or business or commerce event,

This is one of a family of 14 resources aimed to encourage independent research skills for more able students. THERE IS NOW ALSO A TEACHERS’ GUIDE. There is a blank template and example topics including: ac generation, batteries , electromagnetism, graphene, industrial processes, magnetism, metals, newest elements ( atomic numbers over 100), polymers, rocks, solar energy, wind generation. This a one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. These topics would make an ideal cover lesson. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website or blog or in student publication magazines and blogs. Duration: This depends on the age and ability of the students. For youngest students it could be for a week’s homework. As students get older the tasks could be set for half a term, even a whole term, could be linked with a science fair, STEM activity, open evening, assembly or business or commerce event.

This is one of a family of 14 resources aimed to encourage independent research skills for more able students. NOW WITH TEACHER GUIDANCE. There is a blank template and example topics including: a.c. electricity generation, batteries, electromagnetism, graphene, industrial processes, magnetism, manufacture of polymers, metals, nanotechnology, newest elements ( atomic numbers over 100), rocks, solar energy, wind generation. This a one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. These topics would make an ideal cover lesson. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website or blog or in student publication magazines and blogs. Duration: This depends on the age and ability of the students. For youngest students it could be for a week’s homework. As students get older the tasks could be set for half a term, even a whole term, could be linked with a science fair, STEM activity, open evening, assembly or business or commerce event,

This is one of a family of 14 resources aimed to encourage independent research skills for more able students. NOW WITH ADDITIONAL TEACHERS’ GUIDANCE. There is a blank template and example topics including: ac generation, electromagnetism, graphene, industrial processes, magnetism, metals, nanotechnology, newest elements ( atomic numbers over 100), polymers, rocks, solar energy, wind generation. This a one of many differentiation tools available to teachers. Research topics can be done in class, with books, in libraries, in rooms with computers or tablets. These topics would make an ideal cover lesson. Research could be published in a school newsletter, the school website or blog or in student publication magazines and blogs. Duration: This depends on the age and ability of the students. For youngest students it could be for a week’s homework. As students get older the tasks could be set for half a term, even a whole term, could be linked with a science fair, STEM activity, open evening, assembly or business or commerce event,