Secondary Science in Action

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There is nothing more exciting in science teaching than transforming students into effective, enthusiastic biologists, chemists and physicists. To this end, this book spells out the skills and strategies of the successful science teacher in action.
Drawing on years of teaching experience, Richard and Emily Giubertoni set out top tips for effective practice in all areas of a science teacher's role, from curriculum planning to managing practicals, from powerful hinterland stories to how to approach controversial topics.
The useful approaches set out in this book will have value for science teachers at all stages of their careers, from trainee teachers to department leaders.
Being an effective teacher is not innate: we can all learn to teach, to teach well, and to teach better. In this thoroughly comprehensive overview of science teaching in action, all science teachers will find ideas to strengthen, inspire and further develop their teaching practice, in a practical and pragmatic book that is enjoyable and engaging to read.

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Schools, teachers, and teacher trainers have waited a long time for this book. Grounded in the best available evidence on effective science teaching, with practical suggestions for how to apply this knowledge, Emily and Richard's book will make huge a difference to all teachers whether they are beginning to teach science or are later in their career. * Dr Richard Churches, Global Head of Research, Education Development Trust and author of Neuroscience for Teachers and Teacher-Led Research *
This book is a must-have for Science leaders and teachers! It's invaluable for considering anything from 'big-picture' curriculum and research, to best-practice implementation in your science lab. Wherever Science educators are on their journey between expert and novice, there is something useful to be learned from this book. * Katy Micklewright, Head of ECF, National Institute of Teaching *
This book is an essential guide for every science teacher. Underpinned by a review of the evidence the authors explain how to embed a wide range of research in your science teaching, with practical suggestions and case studies. * Chris Catto, Central Midlands Science Learning Partnership Lead *
Practical, comprehensive and anchored in research and evidence, this is a highly valuable resource for all those involved in the delivery of science teaching. The authors use their wide-ranging experience to provide a text that can make a real difference to schools. * Jodh Dhesi, Chief Executive Office of the King Edward VI Foundation *
This work provides an invaluable overview of effective, evidence-based strategies in science education. The authors share their expertise in a practical, instructive and straightforward way that will benefit every science educator from trainee to subject leader. * Rob Mobey, teacher of IB Higher Level Chemistry, Academia Britnica Cuscatleca *

Author Bio

Emily Clark Giubertoni (Author)
Emily has been an English teacher in mainstream schools in Birmingham since 2008. She is currently SCITT Director, and Dean of Bishop Challoner Training School Alliance. She leads professional growth, Initial Teacher Training, Early Career Teacher development, and leadership training for schools and teachers across the West Midlands. She has spoken at conferences and published articles on professional growth and women in leadership.

Richard Giubertoni (Author)
Richard has been a Chemistry teacher in secondary schools in Walsall, Reading and Birmingham since 2008, and head of Chemistry since 2012. He is currently the school Lead for Evidence Informed Education at King Edward VI School Aston, where his research interests include the use of digital technologies, metacognition, and stretching the most able learners.