General Education Reports
This collection holds a variety of reports about education issues in general, rather than about specific subjects. They include reports which discuss the development and importance of vocational courses, progression from Key Stage Four to A Level and continuing professional development for teachers and technicians. Reports which…
Operational Research: Decision Mathematics
‘Learn About Operational Research’ have developed ten problems for use in Decision mathematics lessons. Each problem consists of a PowerPoint presentation, a student worksheet and a suggested solution. The problems can be used as an introduction to a topic, part of the learning process or as a plenary exercise. The…
National Physical Laboratory
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is the UK's National Measurement Institute, and is a world-leading centre of excellence in developing and applying the most accurate measurement standards, science and technology available. These resources include posters that can be used in primary and secondary school to explain fundamental…
Cambridge Ideas
Cambridge Ideas is an on-going series of short documentaries presenting cutting edge research at Cambridge University together with comment and opinion on matters of global significance. The videos in this collection include: Sticky Feet: Chris Clemente explains why insects can walk on the ceiling and the possible applications…
Tunnelworks
An average of 39 million tonnes of untreated sewage overflows into the River Thames each year from London's Victorian sewerage system. Tunnelworks is a series of teaching and learning resources linking mathematics and science to the Thames Tideway Tunnel project, a major new sewer that will help protect the River Thames from…
Making Statistics Vital
Making Statistics Vital is a collection of A Level Statistics tasks which have been developed by Jonny Griffiths to provide an active approach to learning, in the form of puzzles, allowing students the opportunity to reflect on their understanding and application of the knowledge they have accrued. Jonny Griffiths has taught mathematics…
WORLDbytes
WORLDbytes is a unique online Citizen TV channel set up and run by the education charity WORLDwrite. Dedicated to advancing new knowledge, skills and ideas, the charity promotes excellence in citizen reporting and provides free training to volunteer-learners which combines practical film making with tackling challenging issues. Working…
Macmillan Monographs in the Physical Sciences
The Macmillan Monographs in the Physical Sciences were published in the early 1970s. The initial plan was to have an extensive series of titles as an alternative to comprehensive textbooks in physics and chemistry. In the end, only five of the titles were published. The published books were pitched at a level which provided a challenge…
Engineers Without Borders UK
This collection is produced by Engineers Without Borders UK, an international development organisation that aims to remove barriers to development through engineering. It contains resources which challenge children to discuss big issues facing the modern world and the challenges this poses for engineers trying to find solutions to…
Interactive Mathematics Presentations
This collection of resources, produced by the University of Leicester, is designed for use by students preparing for or studying advanced level mathematics. Some activities are suitable for Key Stage Four whilst others cover advanced level topics. Each resource comprises an interactive PowerPoint presentation in which students…
The Linnean Society of London
The Linnean Society of London plays a central role in the documentation of the world’s flora and fauna, recognising the continuing importance of such work to biodiversity conservation. It promotes the study of all aspects of the biological sciences, with particular emphasis on evolution, taxonomy, biodiversity and sustainability.…
Discover Heathland
The Open Air Laboratories (OPAL) network is an initiative which aims to create and inspire a new generation of nature-lovers by encouraging people to explore, study, enjoy and protect their local environment. OPAL began in 2007 with a total of 15 partners, headed by Imperial College London, working together to deliver OPAL projects.…
BP Educational Service
During the 1970s and 1980s, the British Petroleum Company published a number of educational booklets aimed at students aged 15 upwards. These booklets explained aspects of the chemicals industry and included study notes for students on some subjects and guidance for teachers regarding the raising of the school-leaving age. The…
Centre for Teaching Mathematics
Members of the Centre for Teaching Mathematics are actively involved in creating new and innovative materials for schools. This collection consists of the Exploring series aimed at A level students. There are three packs of resources; exploring pure mathematics, exploring statistics and exploring mechanics. The collection also…
EuroStemCell
EuroStemCell, launched in March 2010, unites more than 90 European stem cell and regenerative medicine research labs in a coordinated effort to engage with the public about the science of stem cells. Funded by the European Commission's Seventh Framework Programme (FP7), a partnership of scientists, clinicians, ethicists,…
Engineering Council Resources
Following the introduction of technology to the National Curriculum for students aged 5-16 in 1988, a number of problems with its implementation were identified. The Engineering Council commissioned research into these perceived problems and reports were produced which included recommendations for improvements and future development.…
Studies in Biology
These archive materials were produced by the Institute of Biology during the late 1960's until the early 1980's. Over 100 booklets look in detail at different aspects of biology. They describe the trends and developments taking place at the time of writing. Whilst some of the ideas have been superceded, much of the content…
Technology Education Research Unit (TERU)
The Technology Education Research Unit (TERU) was founded in 1990 at Goldsmiths College University of London. The unit focuses on understanding how design and technology works in schools; how to encourage learners towards creative interventions that improve the made world; and how to help teachers to support that process. Learning…
Chemistry in Industry
Peter Tooley was a teacher with a particular interest in the chemical industry. In the 1970s, he wrote a series of booklets describing some of the main areas of the work of the industry. He complemented this series with two booklets suggesting related practical work suitable for post-16 students in schools and colleges.
Technicians in Action - Video Case Studies
In this series of videos from the Gatsby Foundation, Companies that employ apprentice technicians talk about how vitally important they are to the running of their organisations and the opportunities and training that they offer. Apprentice technicians talk about their work and their ambitions and what has enthused them in their…
ASE Lab Books
The ASE Lab Books were published in the early 1970s for the Association for Science Education by John Murray. Each title in the series covered one or two topics and brought together the best of the teaching notes and experimental ideas from members of the association that had appeared in the ASE journal, School Science Review. Titles…
Advanced Physics Project for Independent Learning (APPIL)
The Advanced Physics Project for Independent Learning (APPIL) was written for students preparing for the Advanced Level examinations – especially in the small A-level groups which existed in some comprehensive schools. The project was sponsored by the Inner London Education Authority and the materials were tested in London…
Independent Learning Project for Advanced Chemistry (ILPAC)
This collection is made up of the twenty units that made up the first edition of ILPAC, the Independent Learning Project for Advanced Chemistry, which was written for students preparing for the advanced level examinations. The project was sponsored by the Inner London Education Authority (ILEA) and the materials were extensively…
Active A-Level Mathematics
A collection of ideas from Susan Wall for use in the A-level mathematics classroom. The activities are written in a manner designed to engage student participation, promote discussion and enhance understanding. Each activity is accompanied by teacher notes suggesting how the task should be approached. The tasks are designed to be…
Invigorate
The Royal Society is a Fellowship of the world's most eminent scientists and is the oldest scientific academy in continuous existence. The Society's aim is to expand the frontiers of knowledge by championing the development and use of science, mathematics, engineering and medicine for the benefit of humanity and the good…
MEI Engineering Applications of Mathematics
This collection of six engineering resources produced by Mathematics in Education and Industry (MEI) for the Royal Academy of Engineering cover a range of practical applications of mathematics in an engineering context. A wide variety of mathematical topics are covered including vectors, scalar products, integration, plotting graphs,…
Geology: Structure of the Earth
Geology: Structure of the Earth was a topic designed by the Northumberland Supported Self Study Unit at Northumberland County Council in the early 1990s for post-16 students. Comprising six units, the topic aimed to not only teach about geological features of the Earth but also to develop learning skills which would be transferable…
MEI Integrating Mathematical Problem Solving
The resources in this collection are the result of a project managed by Mathematics in Education and Industry (MEI) and funded by the Clothworkers’ Foundation. The aims of the project are to: • Highlight the importance of mathematics and statistics across the sixth form curriculum • Enable A level students to see…
Experiments for Schools
These books were published in the late 1960s and early 1970s. They provide information and guidance on a range of practical activities that look at aspects of chemistry and electrochemistry. The books in the collection include: • Colourful chemistry • Electrons at work • Experiments with aluminium The chemical…
Maths Magic
Maths Magic’s aim is to make mathematics more appealing and enjoyable for students and to open up new opportunities for them in STEM subjects and careers. Maths Magic is a STEM project funded by HEFCE to help widening participation in Higher Education. This collection consists of twelve teaching ideas covering a variety…
National Science Learning Centre: Design and Technology Resources
These materials, from the National Science Learning Centre, look at electronics, electricity, robotics and control. A range of activities include teachers' notes as well as student activity sheets. Topics on electricity are aimed to give support and guidance to teachers through articles on: • current • resistance •…
Carom Maths
Carom Maths provide this resource which contains a collection of 40 PowerPoint presentations that include activities, designed by Jonny Griffiths, to explore mathematics not found on the A Level syllabus. It is a useful reference for teachers who want to give students the opportunity of learning something new, as well as challenging,…
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