13th Annual Welsh Physics Teachers Conference 13fed Cynhadledd Blynyddol Athrawon Ffiseg Cymru A free day of presentations and workshops for teachers and technicians Diwrnod am ddim o gyflwyniadau a gweithdai ar gyfer athrawon a thechnegwyr Wednesday 8 October 2014 9.15 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. Christ College, Brecon Dydd Mercher 8 Hydref 2014 9.15 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. Coleg Crist, Aberhonddu A wonderful opportunity for teachers and technicians to take part in a wide variety of physics CPD. This free day of workshops is open to all teachers, technicians, newly qualified teachers and trainee teachers. From Airwaves to Microwaves During the day Prof. Peter Barham will present the Magic of Microwaves and Dr Rhys Phillips will discuss Thunderbolts and Lightning – are they really frightening? There will also be an opportunity to attend workshops exploring a diverse range of physics topics. Cyfle arbennig i athrawon a thechnegwyr gymryd rhan mewn amrywiaeth eang o Ddatblygiad Proffesiynol Parhaus ffiseg. Mae’r diwrnod rhad ac am ddim yma yn agored i athrawon, technegwyr, athrawon newydd gymhwyso a myfyrwyr TAR. O Donnau Awyr i Donnau Micro Yn ystod y dydd bydd yr Athro Peter Barham cyflwyno darlith ar Swyn Microdonnau a bydd Dr Rhys Phillips yn trafod Mellt a Tharannau – brawychus? Bydd hefyd cyfle i fynychu gweithdai sydd yn ymwneud ag ystod eang o destunau ffisegol. Programme/Rhaglen Registration, tea/coffee Welcome Keynote speech: Prof. Peter Barham Choice of workshops: S1, T1, A1, A2, A3, A4, A5 Thunderbolts and Lightning: Dr Rhys Phillips News Slot for Teachers Lunch – Exhibition area of physics equipment with opportunities to share ideas Choice of workshops: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5 Choice of workshops: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5 Depart 9:15 9:30 9:40 10:40 11:40 12:30 12:50 13:50 15:00 16:15 Cofrestru, te/coffi Croeso Prif gyflwyniad Prof Peter Barham Dewis o weithdai: S1, T1,A1,A2,A3,A4,A5 Dr Rhys Phillips Mellt a Tharannau Newyddion i Athrawon Cinio Ardal Arddangos o gyfarpar ffiseg gyda chyfleoedd i rannu syniadau. Dewis o weithdai: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5 Dewis o weithdai: C1,C2,C3,C4,C5 Gadael Programme changes Newidiadau i’r Rhaglen The Institute reserves the right to make alterations to the programme, date and/or venue at any time without prior notice. Cedwir yr hawl gan y Sefydliad Ffiseg i wneud newidiadau i’r rhaglen, dyddiad a/neu lleoliad ar unrhyw adeg. Workshops/Gweithdai The following workshops have all proved to be popular and useful. They are presented by experienced physics teachers and workshop providers. We recommend that you register and select your preferred workshops as the number of places available on certain workshops will be limited. From Airwaves to Microwaves “The Magic of Microwaves” Prof. Peter Barham How does a microwave oven work? No I don’t mean you put the food in, set the timer and press “start”. I mean how and why does a microwave oven heat food? These demonstrations will show you what microwaves actually are and how they heat up water (and some other molecules). You will discover whether a kettle or a microwave is more efficient, learn the intricacies of “grape-racing” and understand why it is so important to let food stand before eating it after heating in a microwave. You will also find out about many unusual “uses” for microwaves and see for yourselves why you are told not to put metal objects in microwave ovens. “Thunderbolts and Lightning – are they really frightening?” Dr Rhys Phillips Paraphrasing that famous line from Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody, research engineer and science broadcaster Rhys Phillips will look at the phenomenon of lightning. In a light-hearted and informative talk, Rhys will explain the processes that lead to a lightning strike and the different types of lightning that can exist. He will then move on to show what happens to aircraft when they are hit by lightning and explain how we protect against damage from this. Using demonstrations and videos, this talk will also give the audience a chance to see exactly what happens in our lightning lab and answer the question that everyone is asking – can a piggy bank survive a lightning strike? As part of the talk, Rhys will also touch on his experiences as a science communicator and broadcaster, his outreach work with schools and his involvement in the Institution of Engineering & Technology. Workshop A1 Helen Francis – WJEC update This workshop will provide teachers with an update on the key issues linked to both GCSE Science and GCE Physics, alongside looking at resources that are available. Workshop A2 Gary Williams – Different Models for Teaching Electricity In this workshop we’ll look at a variety of different models for teaching electricity, and the strength and weaknesses of each. We will also put this together in a framework of content representations and narratives developed by Loughran, Berry and Mulhall (Understanding and Developing Science Teachers’ Pedagogical Content Knowledge: 2nd Edition). At the end we should see the limitations of each model, the pitfalls associated with those limitations and know which models to switch too as well as linking the ideas to a number of teaching resources. Workshop A3 Alessio Bernardelli – Have you Ever TRULY Mind Mapped? Alessio Bernardelli has extensive experience in developing thinking and in making mind mapping and other learning techniques accessible to learners and teachers. He is an Official iMindMap Leader and TASC Specialist and in this workshop he will give an insight into how to develop effective memory and mind mapping techniques to support learners’ revision and to enhance their comprehension of science topics. This workshop is for anyone interested in improving their mind mapping skills and for those who want to understand what mind mapping is all about within a science context. Workshop A4 Gareth Kelly – Mathematics for A-level Physics This book gives the mathematical background required for A-level physics. It is packed with hints and exercises that will be of use to many: the AS candidates who need more help with the transition to the demands of Year 12, the non-maths candidates who need more practise with problem work, Russell Group entrants who benefit from seeing advanced mathematics presented from a physics perspective. The author will also discuss the changes to the popular AS and A2 Physics Pupil Revision Guides. This will be particularly useful to centres taking WJEC for the first time in 2015. Workshop A5 David Cunnah – S1 What can IOP offer ITT students? To help support your physics teaching, IOP offers free resources to all student science teachers at all secondary levels through our Student Teacher Affiliation Scheme. During this presentation you will learn about all the different IOP resources, the online community website, Talkphysics.org, and the USB stick that all ITT students receive after they become a Student Teacher Affiliate. Workshop T1 Frank Lane – Make and Take a Rocket Motor Testbed with Chart Recorder Almost every expense has been spared for you to to make this, based on an idea in the Advancing Physics course. It produces a 1.5 m chart of motor thrust against time while creating loads of smoke. Frank Lane (ex Holywell High School) Workshop B1 /C1 Sue McGrath – Sound workshop When you drag your nail across the string, the rough surface causes your nail and string to vibrate. The container, with its large surface area, amplifies the sound. Large containers will give you louder sounds. Thunder tubes are readily available in market places or you can get them from science providers such as SciChem or Tim Starr. Just like the string, when the metal spring is plucked separately the sound emitted is very quiet. By attaching it to a resonating cylinder with a drum head the sound is very much amplified. When the tube is shaken with the spring hanging down – whoa! – a surprisingly realistic (and incredibly loud) sound of thunder results. Use your free hand to cover the tube’s open end and you can produce a scary “wah-wah” sound. Lightly tapping the spring on a hard surface produces a sound similar to that of a jaw harp. Experiment and come up with your own sounds. A cheaper version can be made using plastic cable ties and recycled plastic cups or pots. Workshop B2/C2 Lab in a Lorry – James Banford Lab in a Lorry is an interactive mobile science laboratory staffed by practising scientists and engineers. The aim of Lab in a Lorry is to give young people aged 11–14 the opportunity to do experimental science in the way it actually happens; exploratory, accidental, informed by curiosity and intuition, but also bounded and guided by the experience and insight of practicing scientists. Each lorry is a self-contained experience – it rolls up and is ready to go. During this workshop you will have an opportunity to participate in the experiments and find out more information about the lorry. Workshop B3/C3 Sheila Tong – Hands-on Physics Experiments Hands-on Physics experiments using Pasco SparkVue software capturing the data onto iPads using bluetooth technology. See the capabilities of the mathematical options of the software used for all levels of science education. In addition carry out physics experiments using the more advanced Pasco Capstone software used for A-level physics and higher education work. An overview of the Pasco software SparkVue, followed by the Pasco Capstone software. Following this introduction, workstations will be available with physics experiments for delegates to try out, these will demonstrate the capability of both software options. Workshop B4/C4 Richard Bonella – Make and Take: use LEDs to build a demonstration rectifier We introduce diodes at KS4. Pupils are generally expected to recall the current-pd characteristic as an example of a non-ohmic component. It is a pity not to give them at least one example of an application of diodes. In this workshop we’ll build a rectifier with LEDs, both to show what diodes do and to demonstrate one practical application. Soldering skills will not be necessary. Workshop B5/C5 Lawrence Cattermole – The Physics of Football Resources and Ideas for Teaching Physics through Football The Institute of Physics and Arsenal FC are involved in a joint project that uses football as a way of getting children to engage with physics, and improve their football as well. Come and explore the resources and activities that can be used with students of different ages and capabilities. Each activity involves students using physics to investigate a particular aspect of football. Activities include: How can you kick and throw the ball further? What makes a good pass? How can you control a ball effectively? How can you spin and bend the ball? and using your body for balance and stability. “Advances personal understanding on subjects as well as providing practical ideas and resources for use in school” The event includes a day full of activities that can directly benefit your work as a physics teacher, including: Mae’r gynhadledd yn cynnwys diwrnod yn llawn o weithgareddau a fydd o fudd uniongyrchol i’ch gwaith fel athro ffiseg, yn cynnwys: • An opportunity to meet colleagues and find • Cyfle i gyfarfod cydweithwyr a thrafod newidiadau out about the changes in specifications and examinations. • Presentations by Prof. Peter Barham and Dr Rhys Phillips. • A choice of practical workshops in the afternoon and an opportunity to try out new equipment, including practical demonstrations for teaching of physics at all levels. We also encourage you to bring any of your own ideas and equipment and share them with colleagues. • An exhibition area with many of the instrument a datblygiadau yn y manylebau ac arholiadau. • Cyflwyniadau gan yr Athro Prof Peter Barham a Dr Rhys Phillips. • D ewis o amrywiaeth o weithdai ymarferol yn y prynhawn ynghyd a chyfle i edrych ar offer newydd, yn cynnwys arddangosiadau ar gyfer addysgu ffiseg ar bob lefel. ‘Rydym hefyd yn eich annog i ddod a unrhyw offer a syniadau eich hun i rannu gyda’ch cydweithwyr. • Ardal arddangos gyda nifer o gwmnïau a gwerthwyr llyfrau yn bresennol. and booksellers exhibiting. Booking is essential, so respond no later than 29 September 2014. Mae’n rhaid sicrhau lle, dim hwyrach na 29 Medi 2014. To register and for more information, go to http://welshphysicsteachersconference. eventbrite.co.uk I gofrestru ac am fwy o wybodaeth ewch i http://welshphysicsteachersconference. eventbrite.co.uk For more information, please contact [email protected] 07870 351212 Am ragor o fanylion cysylltwch gyda [email protected] 07870 351212 Organised by Cerian Angharad, Teacher Network Coordinator in South Wales and the Institute of Physics in Wales Trefnwyd gan Cerian Angharad, Cydlynydd Rhwydwaith Ffiseg De Cymru a’r Sefydliad Ffiseg yng Nghymru Institute of Physics, 76 Portland Place, London W1B 1NT Tel +44 (0) 20 7470 4800 Fax +44 (0) 20 7637 4266 E-mail [email protected] www.iop.org
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