Listings of forthcoming courses, conferences and other CPD events for geography teachers. Contact Milan Recknagel if you'd like to add an event.
Event Listings - Courses, Conferences & CPD Events
May 2013
Google Earth and beyond: free online GIS
A GA CPD Course
Thursday 23 May 2013
Birmingham
This practical course, with some short theory sessions, will give you several options for working with geographical information to explore patterns, tell stories, investigate change and help students to geo-locate data. A short piece of Mission:Explore-style experiential fieldwork will also form part of the day, which will provide opportunities to map data collected in the field. There will also be a chance to consider how mobile devices can be used to facilitate learning. Further info and online booking.
June 2013
Science for Global Citizenship (SFGC): Young Inventors School Programme
Wednesday 5 June 2013
Manchester
Organised by Science for Global Citizenship young Inventors Schools Programme. Twi-light to introduce KS3 teachers and tranee teachers to the SFGC Young Inventors. View further info and booking form.
Climate Change and Extreme Weather Hazards - National Teachers' Conference
Friday 7 June 2013
Central London
Organised by Philip Allan Updates. Join Philip Allan Updates and a host of guest presenters as we bring this popular event back for another year. Benefit from our expert speakers as they provide you will inspiring knowledge and tools at the National Teachers' Conference. View further info and booking form.
Primary geography for the non-specialist
A GA CPD Course
Wednesday 12 June 2013
Birmingham
This CPD course supports non-specialist primary teachers in their understanding of geography and in developing their practice and planning. Considering the question 'What is geography?', we will look at geographical skills and the subject's contribution to sustainability and global learning. The day will include presentations, group discussion and practical activities, including time looking at topic work on a distant locality. Further info and online booking.
Free professional development workshop: Introduction to international learning
Friday 14 June 2013
Coleraine, Northern ireland
Organised by British Council: Connecting Classrooms. The British Council is delighted to introduce their new Connecting Classrooms programme which aims to equip teachers for global citizenship and international learning in the classroom and offers comprehensive professional development. The workshop will assist teachers in developing their understanding of the principles, educational benefits and practicalities of international learning and global citizenship. View further info and booking form.
Developing a curriculum for IB Diploma Programme Geography
A GA CPD Course
Saturday 15 June 2013
London
This course will bring International Baccalaureate DP Geography teachers together with the aim of discussing and sharing ideas about structuring, resourcing and delivering the 240 hours of teaching necessary for the higher level course. You will leave with fresh ideas, plans for the new academic year and access to a range of online resources. Further info and online booking.
Global Teacher Award GTA–DEP Manchester
Tuesday 18 June 2013
Manchester
Organised by Development Education Project (DEP). In preparation for Geography Awareness Week (24-29 June) DEP is running the GTA course (a nationally recognized award scheme endorsed by Oxfam) just for geography secondary teachers. The course provides teachers with practical approaches to incorporate global learning into the existing geography curriculum. View further info and booking form.
Investigating the legacy of London's 2012 Games through fieldwork Programme Geography
A GA CPD Course
Wednesday 19 June 2013
London
This course will bring International Baccalaureate DP Geography teachers together with the aim of discussing and sharing ideas about structuring, resourcing and delivering the 240 hours of teaching necessary for the higher level course. You will leave with fresh ideas, plans for the new academic year and access to a range of online resources. Further info and online booking.
Free professional development workshop: Introduction to international learning
Thursday 20 June 2013
Lincoln
Organised by British Council: Connecting Classrooms. The British Council is delighted to introduce their new Connecting Classrooms programme which aims to equip teachers for global citizenship and international learning in the classroom and offers comprehensive professional development. The workshop will assist teachers in developing their understanding of the principles, educational benefits and practicalities of international learning and global citizenship. View further info and booking form.
Google Earth and beyond: free online GIS
A GA CPD Course
Thursday 20 June 2013
London
This course will help you learn more about the geographical context and legacy of London's 2012 Games and show you the key places to carry out fieldwork to investigate this. Further info and online booking.
iPad in Geography Day
Thursday 20 June 2013
Brighton
Presented by Neil Emery (AEM) and John Lyon (Geographical Association). The iPad revolution continues to gain momentum in schools, academies and colleges throughout the UK. This free iPad workshop will explore new ways to research, create and share. A range of popular apps and workflows will be explored, including: Productivity; Interactive presentations; Movies and Animation; eBook Creation. View further info and booking form.
Free professional development workshops: Introduction to international learning
Friday 21 June 2013
Liverpool and Reading
Organised by British Council: Connecting Classrooms. The British Council is delighted to introduce their new Connecting Classrooms programme which aims to equip teachers for global citizenship and international learning in the classroom and offers comprehensive professional development. The workshop will assist teachers in developing their understanding of the principles, educational benefits and practicalities of international learning and global citizenship. View further info and booking form.
Post-16 National Conference: Preparing for new A-levels
A GA CPD Course
Monday 24 June June 2013
London
This course will inform you of changes to A-levels and focus on two areas common to all A-level geography specifications that are undergoing rapid change and re-appraisal: global cities and hazards. Further info and online booking.
Stretch and Challenge Geography - Relevant for Edexcel
Friday 28 June 2013
Central London
Organised by Philip Allan Updates. Join Philip Allan Updates and Bob Digby on this one day course set to explore problem areas within physical geography topics, which often prove the 'un-doing' of good students. The course will also review example questions from past exam papers to illustrate the higher level thinking skills required for top-level achievement. View further info and booking form.
Post-16 National Conference: Preparing for new A-levels
A GA CPD Course
Friday 28 June 2013
Manchester
This course will inform you of changes to A-levels and focus on two areas common to all A-level geography specifications that are undergoing rapid change and re-appraisal: global cities and hazards. Further info and online booking.
July 2013
Inspirational Geography - Relevant for all major specifications
Tuesday 2 July 2013
Central London
Organised by Philip Allan Updates
Join Philip Allan Updates and David Rogers on this one day course set to provide you with creative, innovative approaches to teaching geography both within and out of the classroom. Be prepared to be active. This course will give you a range of easy to implement tools and is suitable for all secondary Geography teachers. This event is hosted by the winner of Jamie Oliver's Dream Teacher Award, David Rogers. View further info and booking form.
Health Issues within A-Level Geography - Relevant for AQA
Friday 5 July 2013
Central London
Organised by Philip Allan Updates
Join Philip Allan Updates, David Redfern and Gill Miller on this one day course set to provide you with an overview of the content of Health Issues courses. The day includes a keynote lecture by one of the main authorities in the field, Gill Miller. View further info and booking form.
SEEd’s National Sustainable Schools Conference 2013
Wednesday 10 July 2013
Central London
Organised by Sustainable and Environmental Education
View further info and booking form.
Geoscience Education Academy 2013
Thursday 25 - Sunday 28 July 2013
Central London
Free training and all expenses paid
Organised by The Geological Society
This course offers UK teachers a great opportunity to understand how to teach geoscience if it is not their principal subject, but must do so as part of the curriculum, including a chance for existing Earth science teachers who may need a refresher and some new material. Find out more.
August 2013
September 2013
Society of Cartographers Annual Summer School Conference
Monday 2–Wednesday 4 September 2013
Stoke-on-Trent
Organised by Society of Cartographers
The SOC Annual Summer School Conference is open to members and non-members and creates an ideal opportunity to attend cartographic lectures, exhibitions, seminars and workshops, as well as to visit a broad spectrum of mapping establishments. The friendly and relaxed atmosphere is a pleasant and stimulating way to keep up to date with new mapping and geomatics technology. It is especially beneficial for those working within small units or freelancers who can particularly benefit from the informal discussions and exchange of ideas with fellow mapmakers. View further info and booking form.
October 2013
Preparing Students for Entry to Russell Group Universities for Courses in Geography
Friday, 11 October 2013
Central London
Organised by Philip Allan Updates
Join us, Professor Tim Burt, Cameron Dunn and David Redfern on this one day course set to help you prepare you students for entry to Russell Group Universities for courses in Geography. The day will provide advice on how to best prepare for the A2 examinations, including an understanding of A2 synoptic assessments. View further info and booking form.
Maximising Achievement in Geography
Friday, 11 October 2013
Central London
Organised by Philip Allan Updates
Join us, Kim Adams, Bob Digby and David Holmes on these one day courses which will review the 2013 examination series and look forward to 2014. Please note – David Holmes will only present at the AS course whilst Kim Adams and GA President Bob Digby will only speak at the A2 event. View further info and booking form.
Maximising Achievement in Geography
Wednesday, 16 October 2013
Central London
Organised by Philip Allan Updates
Join us, Kim Adams, Bob Digby and David Holmes on these one day courses which will review the 2013 examination series and look forward to 2014. Please note – David Holmes will only present at the AS course whilst Kim Adams and GA President Bob Digby will only speak at the A2 event. View further info and booking form.
November 2013
Leading a Successful Geography Department
Friday, 8 November 2013
Central London
Organised by Philip Allan Updates
Join us and Tony Grundy on this one day course that will explore the various qualities needed to put your department on the map! From establishing engaging curriculum structures and content, to effective and efficient collection and use of performance data, this course explores the various qualities needed. View further info and booking form.
Teaching A-Level Geography for the First Time
Tuesday, 12 November 2013 – Central London
Central London
Organised by Philip Allan Updates
Join us and Dave Redfern on this one day course that has been designed for teachers who are new to A-Level Geography or who need to update their knowledge after time away from teaching. The course will identify the AS and A2 standard and cover how to prepare students to write extended prose at AS and essays at A2. View further info and booking form.
December 2013
AQA A Geography GCSE: Raising Grades and Improving Performance
Tuesday, 3 December 2013
Central London
Organised by Philip Allan Events. Join us and Simon Ross on this one day course which will provide the opportunity to consider teaching and learning strategies to improve pupil performance and raise grades. Further information and registration details.
The 12th Asian Urbanization Conference
28-30 December 2013
Banaras Hindu University, Varnasi, India
Urban Dynamics, Environment and Health are three major interlinked areas in the fields of urban studies, urban geography, and urban planning, with all three strongly connected to social well-being. The interconnections of various elements of these three areas have great bearing on the life quality of people in space and time. The sequential arrangement of these three themes in this conference is an expression of priority action of the process of change in spatial, environmental and human context along with time. Further information and registration details.
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