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Macnab, Sharon; Boag, Jillian; Peacock, Alan – Primary Science Review, 2006
This article presents an interview with Sharon Macnab and Jillian Boag of Glasgow Science Centre, who discuss the work of their centre and the Scottish Science Centres network. The Scottish Science Centre is a network of four science centres across Scotland: (1) Glasgow Science Centre in Edinburgh; (2) Our Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh; (3) Sensation…
Descriptors: Science Activities, Science Course Improvement Projects, Program Descriptions, Interviews
Fradley, Carol – Primary Science Review, 2006
This article discusses how a regular walk in the wind or the rain can help develop science knowledge and skills. The author describes one "welly-walk" and links it to National Curriculum for England requirements so that readers can see how easy it is. (Contains 1 figure and 1 box.)
Descriptors: National Curriculum, Foreign Countries, Science Activities, Science Course Improvement Projects
Hillier, Dan – Primary Science Review, 2006
Primary science in Scotland has got the wind in its sails. The Scottish science education initiative, "Improving Science Education" (ISE) 5-14, has invested millions in professional development (CPD) materials and experiences for science teachers, harnessing and developing their enthusiasm for effective learning and teaching in science.…
Descriptors: Workshops, Foreign Countries, Science Teachers, Professional Development

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