PDST Chemistry Induction Course

This course is for teachers of chemistry who are new to the profession or new to the revised chemistry syllabus. It focuses on good classroom teaching and learning practices as well as giving participants a hands-on experience to master the skills required in carrying a number of experiments.

A detailed summary of the syllabus is provided with particular emphasis on the Leaving Certificate questions. Organic practicals are included with the emphasis on safety and following the correct procedures as outlined in the Mandatory Experiment CD. Teachers will get an opportunity to set up and prepare organic compounds under the watchful eyes of their demonstrators. Safety tips, techniques tips and exam questions related to the experiments will also be covered on the day. Teachers will be provided with an extensive range of chemistry resources and useful websites. The Mandatory CD will be available on Day 1.

The workshops will be held over 2 days in University of Limerick, NUI Maynooth and University College Cork.

Please book the venue that you would like to attend via the following link: http://goo.gl/ZzDeMl