ASE 2027 Annual Conference

ASE 2027 Annual Conference

The ASE is delighted to be hosting its’ 2027 Annual Conference at the University of Northampton from 7th to 9th January.

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08:45 GMT

From Typhoid Mary to airborne diseases: Transmission and tracking LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)Christine Royce • Beverly DeVore-Wedding Co-designing an assessment matrix for thinking scientifically outdoors LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)Rebecca Lee • Aamir Khalique Co-developing spatial computing climate change play toolkit with children LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)Muhammad Zulfadhli Kamarudin (Pearson): Practical science models that schools can actually deliver LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)Shauna O'Brien • Poppy Pan Under the microscope: What science teachers really think about the New Curriculum LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)Grainne Hallahan

09:55 GMT

Harnessing the power of biology teaching to inspire students LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)Dan Jenkins • Chris Graham • Science & Plants for Schools (SAPS) Making physics concepts stick through narrative, models and analogies LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)Nicholas Hulbert Pedagogical approaches for teaching emotive issues in primary science LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)Nicola Treby • Vanessa Matthews Purposeful practical work for inclusion in primary science LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)Lynne Bianchi • Sarah Earle Keynote: Disciplinary oracy in the science classroom LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)Amy Gaunt

10:50 GMT

Biology educators tea/coffee and muffins (sponsored by Miss Estruch Teach & Tell) Learning Hub Level 2 landing space outside rooms LH227-230Miss Estruch Teach & Tell Physics and tea with the IOP Learning Hub Level 3 landing space (outside 344-347)Eleanor Wylie • Ian Horsewell • Institute of Physics (IOP)

11:15 GMT

(IRIS) From enrichment to entitlement: teaching research and innovation at secondary school LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)Georgina Lott • Kelly Murfet • Institute for Research in Schools (IRIS) Beyond chick hatching: Humane alternatives for teaching life cycles LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)Daisy Hall A novel way of teaching inheritance to students using forensic science. LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)Mandy Hartley AI use in Trainees and Early Career Teachers LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)Jonty Leese • Joanna Pellereau Preparing future teachers for generative AI: critical, creative, and ethical LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)Ryan Gallagher • Stephen Murphy

12:25 GMT

Sequencing for Success: Building Scientific Writing Over Time LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)Rosie Lloyd Honorary and Professional Members lunch (invitation only) Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)Lynn Ladbrook • Emily Perry • Claire Seeley (MA CSciTeach) • Natasha Serret • Marianne Cutler • David Allen • Rob Butler Using a dual lens to strengthen subject specific CPD in science LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)Catherine Leeson • Bethany Howes

13:35 GMT

(STEM Learning) Subject Knowledge for Physics Teaching (SKPT - a taster session for bringing physics to life in the classroom LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)Elizabeth Calvert A gender/sex debate in biology LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)Helen Stamp (she/her) Designing inclusive science pedagogy for every child to achieve and thrive LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)Katy Bloom Do AfL practices provide feedback for teachers and guidance for learners? LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)Chris Harrison Harnessing game based learning in science LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)Ed Walsh • Tammie Schrader

14:45 GMT

Climate change solutions in secondary physics, chemistry and biology LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)Ellie Pinches How student‑led questions and feedback support learning and self-regulation LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)Ade Magaji Metals are solid aren’t they? Tackling misconceptions through responsive teaching LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)Jo Montgomery CSciTeach • Alex Farrer Presidential Address: We need to talk about equity: Dilemmas, threats and possibilities for science education LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)Professor Louise Archer OBE

15:40 GMT

Chair Chat Learning Hub Level 2 landing space outside rooms LH227-230David Allen • Claire Seeley (MA CSciTeach) • Natasha Serret • Emily Perry Meet the ASE Teacher Developers Committee LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)Katy Bloom

16:10 GMT

Click, create, captivate: Use video media to engage and challenge learning LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)Benjamin Scott

17:30 GMT

ASE Reception Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)David Allen • Claire Seeley (MA CSciTeach) • Lynn Ladbrook • Natasha Serret • Emily Perry