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ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · 10d

Very pleased to share:
@sfed-rsc.bsky.social has a limited number of bursaries (up to £200) available to support participation by RSC members (Teachers and Technicians) in workshops, conferences, and small pedagogical projects.

Apply using online form by 5pm 24 Oct 2025.
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RSC Secondary and Further Education Group

The interest group for all Chemistry Teachers and Educators in the UK, Ireland and Worldwide

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ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · Sep 2

One Month to Go!!!

Hello all,
Wee reminder about the Inspiring Young Chemists Fund from the RSC Education Community Scotland Committee!!

Up to £200 available for single school application, or £500 for a collaboration.

Deadline: 3 October 2025

ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · Jun 9

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ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · Aug 14

A wee reminder!!
Deadline 5th October!!

ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · Jun 9

ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · Jun 10

I had that tune in my brain all way through April and May!! Not even seen the film for years!!

ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · Jun 9

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ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · Jun 8

@rsc-educomscot.bsky.social Committee is excited to launch the Inspiring Young Chemists Fund 2025/2026!

Upto £200 for single setting, or upto £500 for multi-setting application.

In 2024/2025, IYC Fund supported 14 projects from across ten local authorities.

Deadline : 3 October 2025.

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Dr Peter Hoare @phoare1963.bsky.social · May 31

all set up @sfed-rsc.bsky.social stand with @ianjstew.bsky.social at @associationscied.bsky.social #Scotland Conference at Kinross High School today! #aseconf

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ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · Jun 1

Great to see @phoare1963.bsky.social in person!!
Brilliant opportunity to also showcase the offerings of @cerg.bsky.social and @rsc-educomscot.bsky.social

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Education Endowment Foundation @theeef.bsky.social · Apr 22

📣 Calling all educators!

We’re looking for passionate people like you to share your insights and experiences as part of our community of educators, the EEF Exchange.

Help make sure our work stays relevant and grounded in the real world. 

Apply: ow.ly/UtL450VCmn5

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The Royal Society @royalsociety.org · May 27

Calling all researchers and public engagement professionals: we want to find out the factors affecting public engagement in 2025, including opportunities, risks and barriers. Help shape the future of public engagement with STEM by taking our survey: www.research.net/r/RS_public_...

Factors Affecting Public Engagement by UK Researchers 2025

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

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Henry Hepburn @henryhepburn.bsky.social · May 21

A new AI curriculum framework for Scotland claims to be the world’s first to put children’s rights at its heart. As tools for navigating AI in education are launched today, Dr Jasmeen Kanwal sets out key principles www.tes.com/magazine/ana... @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social @tesmagazine.bsky.social

How Scottish schools are being equipped for AI-based learning

An AI curriculum framework for Scotland claims to be the world’s first to put children’s rights at its heart. As tools for navigating AI in education are launched today, Dr Jasmeen Kanwal sets out the...

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ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · May 28

Very privileged to attend the @sfed-rsc.bsky.social committee in person at Burlington House @rsc.org ! Great to commute on foot this morning instead of crazy early train! Loved seeing the green areas of London!!
Enthusiastic meeting as always!!
@phoare1963.bsky.social

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Association for Science Education @associationscied.bsky.social · May 28

This is your last week to get tickets to the ASE Scotland Conference!

Join us for a full day of inspiration and packed with practical science ideas, hands-on sessions and more!

Spaces are limited, so book now to secure your place👉 ow.ly/WUv550VQYZr

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Education Scotland STEM Team @stemedscot.bsky.social · May 26

Are you looking for some STEM inspiration, or do you already have a great idea but need funding to bring your vision to life? Check out our new blog post 👉 blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/st...

Funding & Festivals – May Update – STEM Nation

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Data Education in Schools @dataschools.bsky.social · May 23

Do high school #learners use #GenAI tools for learning? What do they use it for? What are their concerns about using this technology? What do they think is fair AI use for learners and for teachers? Join us online on the 10 June to discuss these questions: dataschools.education/young-people...

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Education Scotland Sciences @edscotsciences.bsky.social · May 22

📢Calling Scottish secondary schools to join a webinar on PISA 2025 assessment. Second support webinar is 16:00 - 17:15 Tuesday 27 May. Target audience is secondary science, Maths, English teachers and will focus on exemplar questions. Registration link: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pisa-2025-...

PISA 2025 Webinar programme – Webinar 2

This is a repeat session of webinar 1 which took place on 20.05.25

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Data Education in Schools @dataschools.bsky.social · May 21

Important announcement 📣 We are launching our ‘Teach AI Literacy: A Guide for Teachers’ handbook and a series of lesson materials to teach (with) #AI responsibly in Scottish schools. Find all the resources at our dedicated website #TRAILS: trails.scot

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Education Scotland Sciences @edscotsciences.bsky.social · May 21

Exciting day ahead at our national RAiSE event: Celebrating learning, Inspiring the future. Wonderful to have so many practioners joining us to help build a rich legacy for the programme #RAiSE #STEMnation @stemedscot.bsky.social

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Dr Peter Hoare @phoare1963.bsky.social · May 21

@associationscied.bsky.social I’ll be there with @ianjstew.bsky.social to promote the @sfed-rsc.bsky.social. Come and say hello in the Exhibition area!

Association for Science Education @associationscied.bsky.social · Apr 8

🎟️ Book Your Tickets for ASE Scotland Conference 2025! 🎟️

🔎 Why attend?
✅ Inspirational speakers
✅ A packed programme
✅ Network and share ideas

Don’t miss out—head to our website now to view the full programme! 🎫 ow.ly/fwOC50VnujO

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ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · May 20

More bizarre to book table week in advance!! Have a fantastic time tomorrow!!
@cerg.bsky.social !
With @colinmcgill.bsky.social

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Association for Science Education @associationscied.bsky.social · Apr 8

🎟️ Book Your Tickets for ASE Scotland Conference 2025! 🎟️

🔎 Why attend?
✅ Inspirational speakers
✅ A packed programme
✅ Network and share ideas

Don’t miss out—head to our website now to view the full programme! 🎫 ow.ly/fwOC50VnujO

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Association for Science Education @associationscied.bsky.social · May 20

Join us at the ASE Technicians Conference – 11th July at Bolton School BL1 4PA!

🎟 Prices start at just £55 for ASE Technician Members
💡 Not a member yet? Grab the exclusive discounted membership offer when you attend.

👉 Book your place today! 🔗 www.ase.org.uk/events/ase-t...

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Colin McGill @colinmcgill.bsky.social · May 12

Last call for #MICER25

#ChemEdResearch
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Colin McGill @colinmcgill.bsky.social · Apr 28

The finalised programme for Methods in Chemistry Education Research #MICER25 at @edinburghnapier.bsky.social

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#chemsky #chemedresearch

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ianjstew.bsky.social @ianjstew.bsky.social · May 3

That will be a fantastic surprise for the buyers!!
Fingers crossed loads of schools can join the session!!

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