Influencing Teaching and Learning

EM Direct has been awarded a new contract by the TDA for Subject Knowledge Development Courses in Secondary Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. These will be running in July/August 2009.

The courses are designed for graduates with Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics or science related degrees who need to develop the breadth of their Subject Knowledge in relation to the requirements of the new National Curriculum in secondary schools. They take place before commencement of an ITT programme and are intended to help participants achieve QTS by providing the knowledge required to meet Standard Q14 of the QTS standards - "to have a secure knowledge and understanding of their subject".

EM Direct courses are 10 days which will take place between 1 June and 24 July 2009, with sessions either being held at the EM Centre for Learning in Grantham and/or Kesteven & Sleaford High School, Sleaford, Lincolnshire. Courses include tutor input, time in a science laboratory for the Science courses, and distance learning activities. Each participant will follow an individual programme tailored to meet their needs.

Courses are FREE to attend as they are fully funded by the TDA. On completion of a course, you will be eligible to receive a TDA Bursary of £400.

Science trainees can attend either or both courses according to need. 15 places are available on each course.

Click here to download the Science Subject Knowledge poster. Click here to download the Mathematics Subject Knowledge poster.

Further enquiries and applications can be made to Dominique Gelsthorpe on 01476 512793 or email: d.gelsthorpe@emdirect.co.uk