RSC - Advancing the Chemical Sciences


Education

 

Teachers


The RSC can support you in your chemistry teaching in a multitude of ways. We produce a variety of teaching resources in a range of media - books, CD ROMs and online material. More information and, in some cases, free downloadable material is available on our LearnNet website.

We offer numerous INSET activities and workshops to support your professional development. Using the links below, you can also find out about RSC input into science education policy, our links with industry and how they can benefit you, as well as RSC awards and funding schemes.

We also provide important guidance on curriculum matters, for example the new science GCSEs in England, Wales and Northern Ireland for 2006.

Teaching resources

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ChemistryTeachers.org

Find exactly what you're looking for! Search by curriculum topic, chemistry topic or free text



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Publications

Find out about the wide variety of publications the RSC produces, including the journal Education in Chemistry.



LearnNet

LearnNet

An essential site for everyone interested in chemistry with interactive periodic table, exam tips and chemistry of cooking.



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Inspirational Chemistry

Teaching the new science GCSEs? This resource is just what you need!



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New GCSEs and A-levels

Information and support for the new GCSEs and A-levels introduced in 2006 and 2008



Visual Elements

Periodic Table of Data

A fantastic visual database of the properties of the chemical elements. Plot graphs and tables, play games and much more




Continuing Professional Development

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Professional Development (including INSET)

We can support your career development and help you reach your career goals



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Networking

An effective way to raise your profile and manage your career




Stuff for students

Careers

Careers information for school students

Explore where a chemistry qualification can take you



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Events and Competitions

Find out about the exciting events the RSC run for students



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Games

A fun way to teach your students science!



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Events for Schools

Details of all forthcoming events suitable for schools




Other Information

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Education Policy

Find out how the RSC seeks to influence education policy



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Have your say

Download response and feedback forms relating to curriculum tests and reviews



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Awards and Funding

The RSC can support your educational activities through various funding channels.



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FAQs

Frequently asked questions



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Industry Links

How you can benefit from our links in industry



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Benefits for members

Great discounts on products; free advice on career development; build up a network of contacts




Support for Careers Advisers

Resources and information for anyone providing careers advice to students

Downloadable Files

Presenters - Primary and/or Pre Sixth Form
RSC list of recommended presenters suitable for Primary and/or Pre Sixth Form.
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Resources for Materials Teaching in Schools 2008
Activities and resources from the Armourers and Brasiers' Company
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Related Links

Link icon Practical Chemistry
Practical activities for teachers to add to the fun of chemistry and allow students to apply their knowledge and understanding to what they experience.

Link icon Xperimania
A range of materials for teachers relating to chemistry and materials science

Link icon ScienceWorlds
Planning a day out? Visit this online guide to science centres in the UK for ideas and inspiration!

Link icon Excite UK
Listings for all things science related - from conferences, to educational resources, museums and publications


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