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An introduction to leadership for school governors (Wales)
Education & Development

An introduction to leadership for school governors (Wales)

...2. The context of leadership in Wales: 2. The context of leadership in Wales - In reality, few organisations have completely distinct structures, and different leadership approaches may be practised in different parts of the same organisation. Power may appear to exist in a demarcated, hierarchical structure, and this may reflect forms of perceived expert knowledge....
Using visualisation in maths teaching
Education & Development

Using visualisation in maths teaching

...2. Starters - We all have pictures in our heads but some people use them more than others. ‘Doing’ can often be the most powerful way to learn. Before discussing other people's thoughts on visualisation, it is probably worthwhile to spend some time exploring some visualisation activities with your colleagues. This should enable you to consider the next section from an...
Introduction to finite element analysis
Science, Maths & Technology

Introduction to finite element analysis

...2. Non-linear static structural capabilities material non-linearities (e.g. plasticity, creep) large strain (gross changes in structure shape) large displacements gaps (compression only interfaces) cables (tension only members) friction metal forming. 3. Linear dynamic capabilities natural frequencies and modes of vibration response to harmonic loading general dynamic...
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Science, Maths & Technology

Could we control our climate?

...2 What is climate? - To define climate, one must first define ‘weather’. ‘Weather’ is the state of the atmosphere – such as temperature, rainfall, humidity, pressure, wind speed, sunshine and cloud cover – at a particular time and place. Scientists measure weather with instruments such as thermometers, rain gauges, anemometers and barometers. We can sense it...
Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Principles and practices of peace education
Education & Development

Principles and practices of peace education

...2: Peace with myself Session 3: Peace between us Session 4: Peace among us Session 5: Peace in the world Session 6: Your journey as a peace educator Learning outcomes After studying this course, you should be able to: describe concepts underpinning peace education understand pedagogical approaches to building peace in the classroom be aware of the competencies that can be...
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Education & Development

Young children, the outdoors and nature

...2 Parenting in Denmark Timing: Allow about 10 minutes You are now going to read a description of Elisabeth’s (name anonymised) experiences when she spent some time living in Denmark as a new parent. Her country of origin was England so she was interested to compare parenting practices between the two countries. Read her comments and then have a go at answering the...
Physical and mental health for young children
Education & Development

Physical and mental health for young children

...2: Patterns in young children’s health Session 3: The benefits of promoting children’s health Session 4: Preventable communicable and non-communicable health conditions Session 5: Policies and curricula: global and national initiatives to promote babies and children’s health Session 6: Introducing the Toolkit to identifying health priorities Session 7: Professionals...
Welsh history and its sources
History & The Arts

Welsh history and its sources

...2)...This free course, Welsh history and its sources, is a teaching and learning resource for anyone interested in Welsh history. It contains study materials, links to some of the most important institutions that contribute to our understanding of the history of Wales, and a pool of resources that can help you understand Welsh history and the way it is studied. Included...
Level 1: Introductory 25 hrs