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Institute of Physics Resources
Physics Education
Physics Education is a bi-monthly journal containing articles on the teaching of physics, news, teaching tips and reviews of textbooks and software. To subscribe your school to this journal, join the Institute’s Schools and Colleges Affiliation Scheme for just £40 (€58) per annum.
Do try this at home!
This is a set of colourful postcards that explore simple but exciting physics experiments. Some schools have been sending these postcards home as commendation certificates to recognise outstanding work in the classroom. The full series of cartoons is available at physics.org and is updated each month with the latest edition. To order a set of postcards email education@iop.org.
Stickers
A sheet of 12 stickers which can be used to reward students; these are intended to encourage students to make use of the resources on the physics.org web site. To order a set of stickers email education@iop.org.
Are You a Good Scientist?
The Are You a Good Scientist pack contains a poster and a set of questions which highlight safe and ethical approaches to scientific work. This can be particularly useful for courses where there is a focus on understanding the processes of science.
Physics World
Physics World is a leading physics magazine which will help to keep you in touch with developments in physics, as well as providing inspiration for your students. To subscribe your school to this journal, join the Institute’s Schools and Colleges Affiliation Scheme for just £40 (€58) per annum.
Science, Technology and Reading(star*) - a resource for primary teachers
An illustrated book of poems by Michael Rosen, complete with background scientific knowledge and detailed suggestions for suitable educational activities. This has been developed by a group of like-minded institutions including the Royal Society of Chemistry, the Design Council and the Institute of Physics. Published by the Association for Science Education, the book is available from the Institute; to order a copy email: education@iop.org
Particle Physics - book and resource pack
This folder of materials (teacher’s guide and student handouts) is designed to help teachers become familiar with the topic and provide resources/activities for students in the classroom. To order this resource e-mail: education@iop.org
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