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London and ManchesterNovember 2010 - March 2011

AS/A2 Psychology Teacher Courses

www.teachersfirst.org.uk

Special Psychology Conference: An Audience with Simon Baron-Cohen and Jay Belsky

AQA A AS/A2 Psychology: Teachers new to delivering the Psychology course – taking stock

AQA (A) A2 Psychology: Teaching the A2 specification – moving on with Units 3 and 4

AQA (A) AS/A2 Psychology: The lessons from the June 2010 examinations and improving student outcomes.

AQA (A) Psychology: OFSTED, New Specification and Effective Learning.

OCR A2 Psychology : Preparing to teach Unit G543 the specialist choicesForensic Psychology & Health and Clinical Psychology

OCR AS/A2 Psychology: Feedback on recent examination sessions with ideas for teaching aspects of the AS and A2 modules

Edexcel AS/A2 Psychology: The lessons from June 2010 and implications for teaching the specification.

CALLING ALL new teachers this is the one course you NEED RIGHT NOW!

Christine Neary

Welcome to Teachers First

Welcome to the Teachers First programme of Psychology courses for 2010/11. We offer a programme of one-day courses and conferences that support the teaching and learning of Psychology using active learning methods through paper-based and technological approaches.The courses are specifically designed for all teachers, experienced as well as NQTs, who wish to develop their subject knowledge through our specialist days and for those looking for new strategies to stimulate and engage their students. These workshops are also suitable for graduates who are completing their training in a school environment under the school-centred initial teacher training (SCITT) scheme. PGCE and final year students would also find our courses very helpful.

We look forward to meeting you on one of our courses.

Kind Regards,Christine NearyConference Director.

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Special Psychology Conference: An Audience with Professor Simon Baron-Cohen and

Professor Jay Belsky

Guest SpeakersCourse Features

We are delighted to give all Psychology teachers the opportunity to enrich their delivery by attending this conference. The course will enable delegates to deepen their understanding whilst addressing current aspects of research taking place in the key areas of all the A level specifications. Teachers will have ample opportunity to ask questions and discuss matters of interest with both speakers. In addition there will be a short session relating the day’s content to teaching.

Delegates will receive a file and/or CD containing detailed notes of the course

Venue and date

London, Thursday 10 March 2011

Course fee £195 plus VAT

Professor Simon Baron-Cohen (University of Cambridge, ARC)

Professor Baron-Cohen has been awarded prizes from the American Psychological Association, the British Association for the Advancement of Science and the British Psychological Society for his research into autism. His current research is testing the extreme male brain theory of autism at the neural, endocrine and genetic levels. He is an editor-in-chief of the online open access journal Molecular Autism.

Professor Jay Belsky (Birkbeck College)

Professor Jay Belsky is an internationally renowned expert on research related to early childhood and attachment, and the effects of day care, being a founding researcher on the NICHD Study of Child Care and Youth Development (US) and the National Evaluation of Sure Start (UK).

Tutor: Dr Simon Green

Simon is a highly experienced Chief Examiner for a major awarding body and has been involved in the development of the new specification. He is a senior lecturer in Psychology at Birkbeck College, London and has been involved in writing many student textbooks.

9.45am:10.00am:

Registration and coffeeIntroduction to the dayDr Simon Green

10.20am: Developments in the study of Autism - Professor Simon Baron-Cohen11.15am: Morning coffee11.30am: An audience with Professor Simon Baron-Cohen12.10pm: Workshop on including contemporary examples

Relating classroom activities to research topics Dr Simon Green

12.30pm: Lunch1.30pm: Explanations of attachment and applications to day care

Professor Jay Belsky2.30pm: Afternoon tea

2.50pm: An audience with Professor Jay Belsky 3.45pm: Day ends

AQA (A) AS/A2 Psychology: Teachers new to delivering the Psychology course – taking stock

Course features

This course is aimed at teachers new to AQA A psychology and who are now in the middle of their first year. Most of the day will focus on the demands of the specification and the exam but there will also be time to share good classroom ideas and build confidence. There will be an opportunity to discuss strategies and the experience of the delegates during this important time.



Tutor: Cara Flanagan

The day will be led by Cara Flanagan. Cara was Reviser for AQA (A) Psychology and continues to be involved in examining. She has written several major and popular psychology textbooks, and has extensive experience of working with both teachers and students on small courses and large conferences. She taught for over 15 years in comprehensive schools.

Venue and date

London, Tuesday 3 February 2011

9.45am: Registration and coffee10.00am: The AS course

Looking at the specific requirements of the six core areasFocus on a few key areas which are challenging to deliverStyle of exam questionsSome marking exercisesAS Resources

11.15am: Morning coffee11.30am: The A2 course

The A2 course in summaryDiscussion of areas of difficultyAnalysis of exam questionsA2 Assessment: Marking essaysA2 Resources

1.00am: Lunch

2.00pm: Special focus on How science works – research methodsUnderstanding key concepts, such as validity and reliability and inferential statisticsBringing the abstract concepts to life – making them ‘real’

2.50pm: Improving student performanceWhat skills need to be taught? The list includes: AO1 and AO2 skills, note making, essay structure, précis, discussionIdeas for class work Creating independent, enthusiastic studentsAssessment for learning, homework and differentiation

3.45pm: Day ends


Course features

This course will focus on the AQA (A) A2 specification and exam. As this is a new exam, the course will be suitable for all teachers – those who previously taught AQA (A), those new to AQA (A) as well as those new to teaching or new to teaching Psychology. Most of the day will focus on the demands of the A2 specification and the new exam but there will also be time to share good classroom ideas and strategies.


Venues and dates

London, Thursday 2 December 2010Manchester, Friday 3 December 2010


Tutor: Cara Flanagan

The day will be led by Cara Flanagan. Cara was Reviser for AQA (A) Psychology and continues to be involved in examining. She has written several major and popular psychology textbooks, and has extensive experience of working with both teachers and students on small courses and large conferences. She taught for over 15 years in comprehensive schools.

9.45am: Registration and coffee

10.00am: The A2 course content: Unit 3The A2 course in summaryA detailed look at the contents of Unit 3- what is really involved in each subsection?Discussion section: Making choicesHow much do I have to teach?What is involved- AO1, AO2 and AO3 plus synopticity

11.30am: Morning coffee11.45am: The A2 course content: Unit 4

Making choices-deciding which subsections to teachResearch methods: what needs to be covered and ideas for deliveryPlanning the A2 year

1.00pm: Lunch2.00pm: A2 assessment

Style of exam questionsA look at the new mark schemesMarking exercise

3.00pm: Delivering the A2 courseWhat skills need to be taught? The list includes: AO1, AO2skills, synopticity, note making, essay structure, précisConsidering assessment for learning, homework and differentiationSharing ideas for lessons and deliveryResources for A2 and using the web

3.45pm: Day ends

AQA (A) AS/A2 Psychology: The lessons from the June 2010 examinations and

improving student outcomes

Course features

This intensive course is aimed at teachers of A Level Psychology delivering the AQA (A)Specification. The emphasis of the day will be the preparation of candidates for the 2011 examinations by learning from the experiences and outcomes of the June 2010 examinations. The day will include discussions, workshops and group activities. Consequently, delegates will have the opportunity to discuss and share ideas about strategies for delivery of the course.


Tutor: Simon Green

Simon is a highly experienced Chief Examiner for a major awarding body and has been involved in the development of the new specification. He is a senior lecturer in Psychology at Birkbeck College, London and has been involved in writing many student textbooks.

Venues and dates

London, Thursday 11 November 2010Manchester, Tuesday 3 November 2010



10.00am: An overview of the 2010 AS examinationsAssessment and general principlesDelivering research methods

10.30am: Unit 1 PSYA1Structure and assessmentTopics that were well answeredDeveloping skills for extended writing

11.00am: Morning coffee11.15am: Unit 2 PSYA2

Topics that were well answeredCommon misconceptions

12.30pm: Lunch1.30pm: An overview of the 2010 A2 examinations

Unit 3: Topics in PsychologyTopics that were well answeredMark schemes and marking exercises

2.30pm: Unit 4: Psychopathology, Psychology in action and Research MethodsAreas that were well answered

3.15pm: Integrating HSW and delivering research methods at A2Stretch and challenge

3.45pm: Day ends

AQA (A) Psychology: OFSTED, New Specification and Effective Learning

Course features

A-Level Psychology teachers have to get to grips with the new specification requirements, as well as cope with increasing demands from OFSTED to produce quality teaching and learning. This course is intended to focus on making sure that learning in your classroom meets the requirements of both AQA specifications and OFSTED and result in outstanding achievement for your students.AQA specification requirements AS and A2 OFSTED requirements Clear emphasis upon resources and practical activities for use in the classroom Outline and discussion of activities and materials designed to develop •the skills of analysis, application, and evaluation required for exceptional performance in the Psychology A level •independent learning, differentiation, individual learning plans, assessment of and for learning,

Tutor: Ruth Hooper

Ruth is an experienced psychology teacher and is Chair of Examiners for A level Psychology for a major awarding body. She has been involved in the development of the new A level specification and in the development of resources to support the teaching of A level Psychology. She has worked in FE for 25 years managing the delivery of Psychology and teacher training courses

Venue and date

London, Thursday 9 December 2010




10.00am: OFSTED requirements- What are inspectors looking for?Good practice and excellence in Psychology teaching and learningAssessment for learning and using AQA enhanced results analysis

11.15am: Morning coffee11.30am: AQA requirements- What are examiners looking for?

AS level and A2 skills and content review. Identifying the topics and skills that students find difficult.Analysis of typical examination questions and sample responses

12.30am: Review of resources for developing skills of analysis and application for AS level

1.00pm: Lunch2.00pm: Review of resources for developing A2 skills

Using Issues and Debates Explanations and evaluationDeveloping clear lines of argument, encouraging elaboration and effective essay skills

2.45pm: Focus on Process - Delivering ‘outstanding’ lessonsDifferentiated learning’, student self assessment. and ILPsPractical strategies for teaching discussion skillsEffective questioning and providing effective feedbackUsing IT in the classroom

3.45pm: Day ends

OCR A2 Psychology: Preparing to teach Unit G543 the specialist choices

Forensic Psychology & Health and Clinical Psychology

Course features

The course has been specifically designed to look in detail at two of the popular options within G543 as part of the new A2 specification. The day aims to give valuable advice and imaginative ideas for delivery. It will recognise strategies for effective course management and motivational teaching, as well as preparing students for their examination. It is suitable for NQTs and all those teachers planning and resourcing for these topic areas.


Tutors: Priya Bradshaw and Jeremy Hopper

Priya is a highly experienced teacher and former Principal Examiner for a major awarding body. She is also Head of Psychology at a successful sixth form college. Jeremy is a highly experienced teacher working in the successful Psychology department of a leading sixth form college.

Venue and date

London, Wednesday 17 November 2010



10.00am: The new assessment criteria and examination requirementsSuggested course outline and teaching guidance

11.00am: Morning coffee11.15am: Teaching Forensic Psychology

Evaluation of psychological theories and evidence Informing understandingResourcingLearning and teaching strategies

12.30pm: Lunch1.30pm: Teaching Health and Clinical Psychology

Keeping up-to-date with studies and evidenceInforming understanding using the AS core studies

2.30pm: Afternoon tea2.45pm: Revision for G544 Research Methods

Teaching ideas and resources3.45pm: Day ends

OCR AS/A2 Psychology: Feedback on recent examination sessions with ideas for teaching aspects of the AS and A2

modules

Course features

This course has been designed to enable teachers to take stock of progress thus far with the new OCR specification. During the day there will be opportunities to discuss practical activities and strategies to engage and motivate students. Time will be spent reviewing the demands of the examination papers to promote effective learning. There will be also be opportunities to share ideas for developing good practice and reflect on individual strengths and weaknesses.


Tutors: Sarah Byrne & Jan Bond

Sarah headed the Psychology Department of a large comprehensive school in Staffordshire for over ten years and took the department effectively through three Ofsted inspections. She is a highly experienced examiner, Team Leader and Principal examiner for both GCSE and AS level Psychology and has extensive experience of working with both teachers and students at small and large conferences. Jan is a highly experienced teacher and Principal examiner for a major awarding body. She has extensive experience of working with both students and teachers

Venues and dates

Manchester, Tuesday 9 November 2010London, Wednesday 10 November 2010


9.45am: Registration and coffee10.00am: A review of recent AS examination sessions

11.00am: Morning coffee11.15am: Ideas for teaching aspects of the AS modules:

Psychological InvestigationsThe Core StudiesApproaches and Perspectives

12.30pm: Lunch1.30pm: A review of recent A2 examination sessions2.30pm: Afternoon break

2.45pm: Ideas for teaching aspects of the A2 modules:Approaches and PerspectivesResearch MethodsThe Option Choices

3.45pm: Plenary4.00pm: Day ends

Edexcel AS/A2 Psychology: Lessons from June 2010 and implications for teaching the

specification

Course features

This course has been specifically designed for those teaching the specification for the first time as well as those currently delivering the Edexcel specification. Emphasis will be placed on preparing students for the 2011 examinations by learning from the experiences and outcomes of the first series of AS and A2 examinations. The aim is to provide an opportunity to share good practice by focusing on practical classroom ideas and skills.Much of the specification remains the same but there are some alterations, additions and omissions which need to be understood by teachers. The most significant transformation concerns the manner in which it will be examined; this will have a significant impact on teaching strategies


Tutor: Peter Goodyer

Peter is currently Head of Department in a highly successful Psychology Department, which year on year produces significant results. He is an experienced examiner for a major awarding body. He has a passion for the subject; this enthusiasm is demonstrated in his buoyant teaching style. He has a particular interest in Clinical Psychology and has practical experience of working in a Forensic Psychiatric Hospital.

Venue and date

London, Tuesday 16 November 2010



10.00am: AS Specification: TroubleshootingIssues learnt from the first yearChanges to assessment, achieving success using bands/levels in markingThe structure of the AS year – how to introduce the course and order of delivery

11.00am: Morning coffee11.15am: The new AS exam: New skills

What changes to the AS exam papers have come about with the specification change?The impact of HSW .Study sample papers and mark schemes.The Key Issue and Short Practical.

12.30pm: Lunch2.00pm: The new A2 specification: Understanding the course requirements

Deconstructing the specification; identifying the implications of specification changes to our grassroots teaching. We will look closely at the skills and topics being taught with the implications for lesson planning and schemes of work.The A2 exam: New skillsWhat changes to the exam papers have come about with the specification change?Study sample papers and mark schemes.Question setting exercise based on the new specification and what should constitute a model answer.

3.45pm: Day ends


Course features

•To explore the essential “do’s and don’ts” of effective classroom and behaviour management•To ensure you know how to have a successful and positive Induction Year•To describe how to create an excellent climate for learning in your lessons•To explain the characteristics of highly effective lessons in any subject•To discuss OFSTED’s / ESTYN’s, parents’ and students’ views on effective teachers and schools•To offer strategies for integrating assessment for learning into lessons



Tutor: Karl Turner

Karl Turner has taught for 28 years in state secondary schools. He is now an Educational Consultant delivering high quality conferences and INSET focusing primarily on supporting colleagues in developing effective teaching strategies for teachers and successful learning opportunities for children. He has written for the TES and other professional journals and has written, directed and performed in commercially produced teacher training videos. Karl has lectured to PGCE students and has been a senior school mentor to more than 70 NQTs over the past 6 years. All have passed their Induction period.

Venues and dates

London, Thursday 11 November 2010Manchester, Thursday 4 November 2010


10.00am: How to ensure your Induction Year is successful and positiveRoles, responsibilities and rights of everyone involved with InductionEnsuring lesson observations show you in your best light Preparing for review and assessment meetingsProving that you are meeting the Induction Standards

11.00am: Morning coffee11.15am: Session 2 – ‘Getting the buggers to behave!’

Why do pupils behave badly?How your behaviours affect the students’ behaviour How to manage your voice and your body language to improve interactions with students’.25 classic behaviour modification strategies that will workAnalysis of video clips of effective and ineffective teacher behaviour when trying to deal with some of the common confrontations teachers experienceHow to avoid / deal with some common behavioural issuesPractical tips and hints that are proven to work

12.30pm: Lunch1.30pm: Session 3 – Creating an excellent climate for learning

How do I achieve invisible classroom management?How to make your lessons more effective, in any subjectHow do I …? Strategies for dealing with some common classroom management problems

2.30pm: OFSTED’s, parents’ and students’ views about good lessons and good schoolsIntegrating assessment for learning into your classroom practicesIdentifying effective teaching – video analysis of 2 experienced practitioners in action in the classroomWhat you can do differently tomorrow to make a difference

3.45pm: Day ends

Please return to: Teachers First LLP, PO Box 659, Stockport, SK2 7WF. Teachers First reserves the right to amend the programme where circumstances dictate.

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Special Psychology Conference: An Audience with Professor Simon Baron-Cohen and Professor Jay Belsky

London 10/03/11 £195

AQA A AS/A2 Psychology: Teachers new to delivering the Psychology course – taking stock

London 03/02/11 £195


London

Manchester

02/12/10

03/12/10

£195

£195

AQA (A) AS/A2 Psychology: The lessons from the June 2010 examinations and improving student outcomes

London

Manchester

11/11/10

03/11/10

£195

£195

AQA (A) Psychology: OFSTED, New Specification and Effective Learning.

London 09/12/10 £195

OCR A2 Psychology: Preparing to teach Unit G543 the specialist choices Forensic Psychology & Health and Clinical Psychology

London 17/11/10 £195

OCR AS/A2 Psychology: Feedback on recent examination sessions with ideas for teaching aspects of the AS and A2 modules

London

Manchester

10/11/10

09/11/10

£195

£195

Edexcel AS/A2 Psychology: The lessons from June 2010 and implications for teaching the specification

London 16/11/10 £195


London

Manchester

11/11/10

04/11/10

£195

£195

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