When it comes to lesson planning, there are lots of elements to consider and juggle. And with so much to pack in, where do you begin? Andrea Mallaburn explores how to plan effectively, heading off misconceptions and meeting learning goals ⚽👇 #edusky #iteachchem edu.rsc.org/cpd/the-reci...

ZAP! And the methane's gone ... or at least, it's become methanol. A team of scientists has found pulses of electricity can be used to make methanol from methane. But could this route provide a more sustainable option for methanol production? 💥👇 #edusky #iteachchem edu.rsc.org/science-rese...

RSC Education's Organic chemistry professional development course is out now! Build confidence in this extensive topic for the ages you teach. ⭐ Subject-specific strategies ⭐ Developed by chemistry experts ⭐ Flexible pathways to suit your needs Explore today ➡️ edu.rsc.org/teacher-pd/s... #edusky

May has finished her training year and is now a fully fledged science teacher! She shares the lessons she's learned this year, the skills she'll take forward into her new role and what she thinks great teaching is 👇 edu.rsc.org/staffroom/wh... #iteachchem

🏅 👏 Congratulations to the UK team for their outstanding results at the International Chemistry Olympiad. Read more 👇 edu.rsc.org/rsc-educatio...

Meet Eleanor Mortimer, the teacher-trainer who counts a skeleton as her work bestie and loves antique restoration (especially chairs!), as she praises the versatility of the humble mini whiteboard and shares some of her wisdom💡👇️ #edusky #iteachchem edu.rsc.org/interview/me...

Change can be unsettling, especially when it's something as significant as curriculum change. @doc-kristy.bsky.social shares her top tips for handling curriculum change with confidence 💡 ⬇️ edu.rsc.org/staffroom/fi... #iteachchem

Ask any teacher what they think about on-screen assessment (OSA), and you’ll likely get a reaction between cautious optimism and mild panic. Is the shift a genuine opportunity? Here, we explore the benefits and challenges of going digital💻👇 #edusky #iteachchem edu.rsc.org/feature/how-...

Book recommendations for ages 11+ from the team: 👓 Dyslexia friendly read on the cost of mining 🧪Brilliant intro to chemistry for younger readers 🌏Sunday Times bestseller on earwigs and saving the planet 🩺Classic novel on the ethics of biomedical advances edu.rsc.org/feature/eics...

Did you know that the chemical compound found in antifreeze ... is also in your ice cream?🍦No need to panic: chill out and find out why in @kitchapman.bsky.social's article ⬇️ edu.rsc.org/everyday-che... #iteachchem

Could one (or all!) of these books be your perfect holiday read? 📚 A collection of YA sci-fi short stories 📚 A sci-fi feminist novel 📚 A graphic novel where dead scientists share their discoveries #goallin #nationalyearofreading #sciteachuk edu.rsc.org/feature/eics...

Self-reflection is so valuable for improving your teaching practice – but amongst a busy teaching schedule, who has the time? Discover a flexible, efficient (and free) way to easily build self-reflection into your week ⬇️ edu.rsc.org/ideas/build-... #iteachchem

What do you do when students make the same errors? Michael Prince shows how you can identify and fix misconceptions at the root with a four-step approach to concept repair that's effective while saving both time and energy🔨👇️ #edusky #iteachchem edu.rsc.org/ideas/pinpoi...

The process of adopting a child is time consuming and incredibly emotionally demanding: how can you balance it with the demands of being a full-time teacher? One teacher and parent shares her story⬇️ edu.rsc.org/feature/navi...

Naomi Hennah shares research-based teaching tips on how to make peer feedback exercises effective in your classroom ⬇️ edu.rsc.org/education-re... #iteachchem #oracy

How can you shape your planning and use in‑the‑moment adjustments to help all students succeed in science? Jane Essex explores practical ways to incorporate adaptive teaching techniques to meet the full spectrum of student needs ✍️⬇️ #edusky #iteachchem edu.rsc.org/cpd/adaptive...

What are hinge point questions? When might they occur in science lessons and how can they be used before, during and after to guide the teaching process? Former head of science Alan Denton reveals all 👇️ #edusky #scienceeducation edu.rsc.org/ideas/open-t...

If David could only use one scientific tool to teach an entire term of science, what would it be? Discover the answer, his favourite practical for engaging learners and most memorable moment in the lab in the latest instalment of Meet the ... technician ⬇️ 🧪 edu.rsc.org/interview/me... #iteachchem

Don't let conspiracy cloud the chemistry - @kitchapman.bsky.social shares the science behind contrails, how plane toilets work and what really is the deal with airline food ✈️ ⬇️ edu.rsc.org/everyday-che... #STEMed

Thanks to everyone who participated in our recent LinkedIn poll asking how many hours per week you work. While it’s worrying to see 42% work more than the average 50 hours per week quoted by the DfE, it’s heartening that 58% work fewer.

How can structure strips benefit your chemistry teaching and your students' learning? Teacher Kristy Turner sums up five reasons you should consider integrating them into your teacher toolkit to support your students' chemistry knowledge and skills ✍️⬇️ #edusky #iteachchem edu.rsc.org/feature/five...

What's on your reading list this summer? One of our latest recommendations? 📚A speculative thriller with an all-knowing AI 📚 A love story set at Nasa 📚 Science book of the year from @thetimes.com Or will you check out the full list online 👇🏽? edu.rsc.org/feature/eics... #TBR #sciteachuk #goallin

When it comes to reaction mechanisms, you can't possibly teach every combination of reactants and their transfer of electrons – so how do you ensure students absorb and apply their learning? Set your students up for success with these approaches 👇️ #iteachchem #edusky edu.rsc.org/ideas/build-...

Transition to secondary science can be tricky for learners, often involving a dip in engagement and attainment. But what exactly are the core barriers slowing success, and how can teachers and leadership teams work together to combat these? ⬇️🧪 #edusky #iteachchem edu.rsc.org/feature/what...

Why is finding the value of x when calculating bond energy changes so difficult when we move x? Use Ian McDaid's map for maximum marks to help learners navigate their way from misconceptions to bond calculation success 🗺️✍️ #edusky #iteachchem edu.rsc.org/ideas/buildi...

How many hours do you work? Not just in the classroom, but marking, prepping... How does it compare to the 50 ish hours claimed in a recent DfE report? Read this to find out 👉🏼 edu.rsc.org/feature/how-... #sciteachuk #chemed #scienceteacher

Discover how a new publication from the EiC team is supporting new science teachers: edu.rsc.org/rsc-educatio... #edusky

⏱️It's TIME to inspire, motivate and empower your learners to overcome learning barriers with this toolkit: edu.rsc.org/ideas/take-t... #iteachchem #edusky

Generative AI has quickly become embedded in education ecosystems, but do you know the full spectrum of good and bad? Dr Fraser Scott outlines the strengths and weaknesses of AI, providing handy tips for how to best use it in your teaching 💻🧪⬇️ #edusky #iteachchem edu.rsc.org/education-re...

Teaching evaporation, filtration or crystallisation? For ages 11–14, 14–16 or post-16? ▶️ Start here and discover everything you’ll need: edu.rsc.org/cpd/evaporat... #sciteachuk #chemed #scienceteacher