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What is the ASE? A dynamic community of teachers, technicians, and professionals supporting science education The UK’s largest subject association Independent and open forum for debate Powerful force to promote excellence in science teaching and learning Everyone with an interest in science can join Supporting science teachers for over 100 years

Aims of ASE To promote science education by: improving the teaching and learning of science providing a channel through which opinions of teachers of science may be expressed on educational matters provide a means of communication among those in the science teaching community

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Who is a member of ASE? Science teachers (Primary and Secondary) Technicians Teacher Trainers Advisors Teaching Assistants Education Researchers PGCE/ITT/TeachFirst/NQTs You !! Anyone involved with science education

What can the ASE do for you?

ASE Publications - Books Approximately 200 titles – Primary, Secondary, Post 16, TA’s, Technicians, and CD-ROMS Members’ discounts, up to 50% Access to past copies Buy online Popular titles include: –‘Be Safe! –ASE Guides; to Primary Science Education and Secondary Science Education –Teaching Secondary Biology/Chemistry/Physics

ASE Publications - Journals Education in Science Primary Science School Science Review Science Teacher Education Journal of Emergent Science (NEW - 1st Edition March 2011) 50% discount on subscription to Nature

ASE website News Conferences Membership Bookshop Journals Professional development Resources ASE Regions ASE Forums

CPD Through Social Networks Twitter - and join in #ASEchat Monday, 8pm - 9pm Discuss current issues in science educationTwitter “Best CPD I have had this year is from here! #ASEChat” Facebook - join the ASE’s groupASE’s group TeachMeets - find the ASE TeachMeets in your area on the TeachMeet wikiTeachMeet wiki

ASE member benefits Resources E-sources Supplies Competitions

Activities for 5-11 year olds which use topical events to create uniquely engaging science lessons

Activities Learning objectives Curriculum links KS3 Web links Feedback

Smooth transition from KS3 to KS4 4 context-based units Covers more than 50% of Core Science Provides evidence for APP Motivates and engages students across whole ability range

Fits into your existing course 15 ‘Tool’ lessons to teach all the challenging skills 15 ‘Applications’ to address the changed content Exam questions to improve students’ performance through formative feedback Exam board specific

SATISrevisited SATIS (Science & Technology in Society) Units which support How Science Works at Key Stage 4 Currently being updated

CPD - The ASE Annual Conference For everyone involved in science education Attracts over 3000 delegates 350+ talks and workshops Academic lectures Massive exhibition - free entry Social programme Themed days Network and share ideas Certificate of attendance Wed 8th to Sat 11 th January 2014 FREE day for student members & FREE entry to the exhibition for all

Annual Conference Exhibition More than 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest and the best in publications, materials and resources Huge exhibition of equipment, books, ICT resources Tools to help you teach Bring a backpack!

More CPD - ASE Conferences ASE National Technicians' Conference Thursday 3rd - Friday 4th July 2014 National Science Learning Centre, York ASE National Primary Conference Friday 13th June 2012, National Science Learning Centre, York ATSE Annual Summer Conference tba NAIGS Annual Conference tba

More CPD - ASE Regional Conferences & Events Area conferences - up to 6 per year Sectional events - numerous types in numerous venues throughout the UK; Regional events - organised by Region Committees, supported by Field Officers Regional TeachMeets Offer to run or host an ASE event at your school or venue

CPD Accreditation - Registered Scientist (RSci) Aimed at science teachers in their first few years of teaching not yet ready for CSciTeach Promotes high quality science teaching and learning Professional recognition Reflects good practice in science education Provides evidence of a commitment to continuing professional development

CPD Accreditation – Registered Science Technician (RSciTech) The ASE has been instrumental in calling for better recognition for technicians. Michelle McGaughey, Chair of ASE’s Technicians Committee, said: “The launch of the register is a giant step forward for technicians, I hope many colleagues will take this opportunity to promote their skills and talents. It’s wonderful to see the unsung heroes of Science Education getting the recognition they deserve.” “These professional registers will ensure technician’s expertise is properly recognised by employers and the scientific community.” The register will provide technicians with “a springboard towards further qualifications and professional development”. Find out more on the ASE websiteASE website

CPD Accreditation - Chartered Science Teacher (CSciTeach) Promotes high quality science teaching and learning Recognizes high and improving professional expertise Reflects best effective practice in science education Provides evidence of a commitment to continuing professional development Recognition of level of professionalism comparable with Chartered Chemist, Chartered Engineer etc. Find out more on the ASE WebsiteASE Website “It set me the challenge of planning where I go next” Successful CSciTeach Applicant

CPD for Schools - Primary Science Quality Mark If you’re a Science Coordinator or Subject Leader.... Funded by the Wellcome Trust, this is a joint project by the ASE, the Science Learning Centres and Barnet Local Authority A year long, developmental, training and mentoring led programme with bronze, silver and gold awards Perfect for raising the standard and profile of science in your school A total of 150 subject leaders started working towards their PSQM awards last summer term and a further 200 are beginning this term or

What will the ASE do for me? Back editions of journals available 24/7 on the web, searchable by topic Book prices reduced for members Instant resources and lesson plans INSET at local meetings Opportunity to network Free day at the annual conference* and free exhibition entrance *student members

28 ASE is…... Independent of government and business Influential nationally and internationally A professional learning community

ASE provides…. Top class publications (journals and books) Resources on web High quality CPD opportunities Discounts on books Advice, support and guidance Indemnity insurance Without members we could not provide all this so please consider joining and contribute to your community

30 The ASE is Proactive ASE responds to the needs of its members Looks forward, trying to predict what future needs will be Obtains funding to develop new projects

What our members say about ASE… “I am in my 5th year of teaching…I became a member of the ASE during my PGCE year after my University encouraged us to attend the Annual Conference and I have stayed a member because the ASE supports me in my teaching.” “I had no idea about the size and impact of the organisation, and looking back did not really appreciate how being a member of the ASE would impact upon my career.” “The ASE is a community of like-minded enthusiasts for science and science teaching. It is a source of great ideas and expertise. It also allows teachers to expand their horizons beyond their daily work in the classroom to share ideas and enthusiasm with others “ “I had no idea the ASE had so much to offer, and the more you put in the more you get back.”

How you can get involved with ASE Join now as a member 20% Discount forms available Go to regional and local events Join your regional committee Run courses Write or edit articles and resources Stand for national committees and Council Contribute to policy debates And……Get the best from your subject association! Great networking opportunities

If you are serious about science teaching then

Find out more..... The ASE website Contact your Region or Section Committee members Come to an event Sign up to the newsletter Speak with ASE members and staff today

Further Information Details of presenter W: #ASEChat – Every Monday 8-9pm on Twitter Katherine Forsey