ISEB

Twilight CPD Sessions for June 2022 | English CE 13+
2022-06-23 17:00 - 18:30 UTC
Great skills: explore the Reading Certificate and the impact of wider reading for success in the CE 13+ English curriculum.
In this session on the new ISEB English specification, subject specialist Flora Bonner-Mackenzie will explore the ways in which the new Reading Certificate is designed to encourage wider reading, as well as offer some unique ways to bring it to life in your classroom and with your pupils. We’ll reflect on the first year of teaching the new English specification and talk about planning and preparation for year two, and you’ll hear about some of the new ways ISEB is encouraging the development of English skills that have impact across all subjects.
You’ll also have the opportunity to ask our expert any questions you may have about the new English specification.

Twilight CPD Sessions for June 2022 | Geography CE 13+
2022-06-22 17:00 - 18:30
Great skills, the impact of Geography across the whole curriculum: climate change, sustainability and EDI.
In this session on the new ISEB Geography specification, subject specialist Nicholas Meek will explore the impact of Geography across the whole curriculum, through topics that emerge through the teaching of CE 13+.
Geography is a wonderful way to explore and encourage discussions around EDI, integrating the study of a wide range of cultures and experiences. He will also explore how issues such as sustainability and climate change might begin as topics in the Geography classroom, but can have wider school impact and become the topic of enquiry-based learning too.
You’ll also have the opportunity to ask our expert any questions you may have about the new Geography specification.

Twilight CPD Sessions for June 2022 | Mathematics CE 13+
2022-06-21 17:00 - 18:30
Great skills: problem solving through Maths. Explore how the CE 13+ Maths specification can encourage problem solving skills across the whole curriculum.
In this session on the new ISEB Mathematics specification, subject specialist Paul Borrows will focus on strategies for tackling problem-solving questions, which are an integral part of the new specification.
He will also talk about the way in which teaching problem-solving strategies can have wider impact and relevance across the curriculum in this session, exploring how themes and cross-curricular activities can emerge from subject-based teaching.
You’ll also have the opportunity to ask our expert any questions you may have about the new Mathematics specification.

Twilight CPD Sessions for June 2022 | MFL CE 13+
2022-06-20 17:00 - 18:30
Lessons for year two: preparation for the second year of teaching the new ISEB CE 13+ Modern Foreign Languages Specification.
In this session on the new ISEB Modern Foreign Languages specification, subject specialist William Law will focus on preparation for year two of teaching the new specification, looking at schemes of work and teaching approaches.
You’ll also have the opportunity to ask our expert any questions you may have about the new Modern Foreign Languages specification.

Twilight CPD Sessions for June 2022 | Science CE 13+
2022-06-16 17:00 - 18:30
Great skills and topic focus: ‘Thinking and Working like a Scientist’, and ‘Energy’ in the CE 13+ Science specification.
Explore the way in which the new CE 13+ Science specification encourages cross-curricular skills. ‘Thinking and Working like a Scientist’ is intended to bring science to life, in and beyond the classroom. Find out how to encourage this skill in your pupils. We’ll also have a look at one core topic: ‘Energy’.
All three of our science experts will be available to answer your Biology, Chemistry and Physics questions, as well as any general questions you may have about the new Science specification.

Twilight CPD Sessions for June 2022 | Classics CE 13+
2022-06-15 17:00 - 18:30
A deep dive into preparation for year two of the new ISEB CE 13+ Classics Specification.
In this session on the new ISEB Classics specification, subject specialist Ed Clarke will focus on a number of areas which may need extra teaching support, such as the grammar section of the exam and its requirements, as well as comprehension and unseen sections.
You’ll also have the opportunity to ask our expert any questions you may have about the new Classics specification.

Twilight CPD Sessions for June 2022 | TPR CE 13+
2022-06-14 17:00 - 18:30
Evolving the specification, exploring the philosophy of feminism and gender within the context of CE.
In this session on the new ISEB CE 13+ Theology, Philosophy and Religion specification, subject specialist Michael Wilcockson will explore philosophers from outside of the specification, with a particular focus on feminist philosophy and issues of gender. With the new specification allowing candidates to answer questions on a broad range of philosophers, this webinar will help you incorporate preparation for this into your second-year teaching.
You’ll also have the opportunity to ask our expert any questions you may have about the new Theology, Philosophy and Religion specification.

Twilight CPD Sessions for June 2022 | History CE 13+
2022-06-13 17:00 - 18:30
Reflecting on year one, preparing for year two. Ideas for planning schemes of work, with expert Q&A.
Join ISEB’s history specialist Bob Pace to reflect on year one teaching the new specification and explore tips and techniques for planning your schemes of work for year two.
With the first year of the new specification drawing to a close, ask our specialists anything about your approaches this year. Have the opportunity to check your planning ideas and topics directly with Bob in an extended Q&A that will give you the opportunity to hear what other CE schools are doing too and share best practice with colleagues.
Registration for a single CPD session costs £40 per attendee (plus Eventbrite booking fees).

IAPS Conference: 22-24 September
2021-09-22 - 2021-09-24
Come and see us at the IAPS Conference 22-24 September
This year, come and visit ISEB on stand 22 as the IAPS conference explores the theme ’emerging with ambition’ and our Chair, Durell Barnes and new CEO Julia Martin speak in Seminar session 1 at 1210 on Thursday 23rd September with the title ‘What does ISEB stand for?’
We’ve got some great giveaways as we’ve recently launched our new logo, some edible and we’d also like to hear your opinions on where ISEB should go next with its products. So join us and share your ideas. There is also the chance to get some NVR posters for your school and learn about more about how we’re developing ISEB for the future.
