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March 6, 2015
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GLOW MEET EXCLUSIVE! Ask an astronaut – with Commander Chris Hadfield

  The previous Commander of the International Space Station delighted, entertained and inspired us with his videos detailing life in space. He showed us how to make a sandwich in space, how he brushed his teeth, and even recorded his … Continue reading

February 27, 2015
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Topical Science and Partnerships Glow Meet – Wednesday 4th March 3.45 – 4.45pm

Following the publication of its 3-18 Curriculum Impact Report for Sciences in September 2012, Education Scotland organised a series of conversation days, where priorities for action to secure improvements in science education nationally were identified. Key aspects for development emerged, … Continue reading

February 24, 2015
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Second Assessment in the Sciences Glow Meet

Following the publication of its 3-18 Curriculum Impact Report for Sciences in September 2012, Education Scotland organised a series of conversation days where priorities for action to secure improvements in science education nationally were identified. Key aspects for development emerged, … Continue reading

February 10, 2015
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Developing Scotland’s Young Workforce

Developing the Young Workforce – Scotland’s Youth Employment Strategy contains the Government’s plans to implement the recommendations of the Commission for Developing Scotland’s Young Workforce. On 5 February, the inaugural meeting of the National Advisory Group met to discuss how … Continue reading

February 9, 2015
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Free S1-S3 Science investigation videos and resources

      Have you seen our new 3rd and 4th Level Chemistry and Physics resources? Start exploring our new airport interactive to find examples of motion and forces in action! We’ve also added some new investigation videos to help … Continue reading

February 9, 2015
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I’m a Scientist – British Science Week Enrichment Event

I’m a Scientist, Get me out of here is an event that gets students talking to scientists online. It’s free for UK schools, and all you need is an internet connection for your students. It’s running this March (9th–20th) to … Continue reading

February 9, 2015
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New Grant Scheme for Biology Events in Scotland

The Society of Biology is pleased to announce the first round of our Regional Grant Scheme in Scotland Individual biologists or biology-related organisations can apply for funding to run a biology public engagement or schools event or activity in Scotland. … Continue reading

February 5, 2015
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STEM and Food for Thought: Education Fund Phase 3

Participating in the Food for Thought project provides opportunity to raise awareness of STEM careers in the food and drink industry, one of our key economic growth sectors. Recent figures estimate that 170,000 employees with STEM skills are required by … Continue reading

February 3, 2015
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King’s College University : Aspires Project 2014

Many governments and organisations are concerned that not enough young people are choosing to study Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) after the age of 16. There is also widespread concern that the profile of those who do go on … Continue reading

February 2, 2015
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A nucleus of talent

First Minister meets Higgs Prize for Physics winners. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced the newest winners of the Higgs Prize for Physics, congratulating them on their success. The prize is named after Scottish-based Nobel Physics Prize winner Professor Peter … Continue reading

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