Read about Real-Life Science | Do Rats Like Being Tickled?
Through this short critical reading text designed for upper primary, pupils see how Tayla has used the scientific method to answer the question: "Do Rats Like Being Tickled?" Created by the Easter Bush Science Outreach Centre at The University of Edinburgh.
Read about Real-Life Science | Hunting for Bacteria in Sheep Lungs
Through this short critical reading text designed for upper primary, pupils see how Laura, a microbiologist, has used the scientific method to look for bacteria in sheep lungs. This resource was created by the Easter Bush Science Outreach Centre at The University of...
Animal Behaviour Toolkit – Opening a Can of Worms
In this teacher toolkit, we will provide some examples of investigation topics, give you some tips on how to support your learners and give you the opportunity to create your own investigations with your pupils. This resource was created by the Easter Bush Science...
Science @Home | Marvellous Mixtures
Use this Science @Home investigation to explore the question "Can I separate my leafy mixture?". Download the workbook, follow the instructions and build confidence in using the scientific method. Don't forget to collect a certificate! Created by the Easter Bush...
Science @Home | The Big Balloon Blow Up
Use this Science @Home investigation to explore the question "Do yeast need sugar to grow?". Download the workbook, follow the instructions and build confidence in using the scientific method. Don't forget to collect a certificate! This resource was developed by the...
Science @Home | Wonder Worm
Use this Science @Home investigation to explore the question "Do worms prefer wet or dry places?". Download the workbook, follow the instructions and build confidence in using the scientific method. Don't forget to collect a certificate! Developed by the Easter Bush...
Lab Techniques in Action ¦PCR
This video, created by the Easter Bush Science Outreach Centre, has been designed to support Higher Biology and Higher Human Biology learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of PCR.
Lab Techniques in Action ¦ Gel Electrophoresis
This video, created by the Easter Bush Science Outreach Centre, been designed to support Higher Biology and Higher Human Biology learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of gel electrophoresis.
MyPasswordIsPassword: Educating Young People about their Privacy Online
School of Informatics student Elena Lape has created a video crash course is designed to provide you with just the right tools and experience to protect your personal data online. It's aimed at people aged between 13 and 17 years old and explains topics such as...
AI and sharks! Machine Learning for High School Students
How easy would it be to train a computer to tell the difference between a dolphin and a shark? How does machine learning work? If you have ever wondered, or if you are teaching Higher level students in secondary school, you'll love this set of lessons from School of...
Computing Science Scotland
A group of Computing Science teachers in Scotland have come together to drive forward support for all Computing teachers in schools. Download the first online magazine and link to other excellent resources online....
Have Fun with Maths
This is a collection of resources for P5-S3 students, aimed at developing problem solving and mathematical thinking. The resources focus on strategy games, and touch on applications of Mathematics to the context of transport systems. They contain a range of games and...
Past paper explorer for History exams
A group of University of Edinburgh students are so enthusiastic about developing tech solutions to help teachers that they spent their Christmas holidays working on a prototype tool to help pupils with exam revision. In collaboration with Katie, a Scottish history...
Scotland’s School Data
Have you ever thought about rummaging through the publically available data on school education in Scotland? It is now available in a very digestible format with lots of easy to follow visualisations. Here are some links that would be of interest to you... Covid19...
Distance Learning Resources
Some teachers have been trawling the web for resources to use in and around the classroom, especially during the covid-19 period. The pedagogy around distance/remote, online and blended learning has most certainly developed over the past 6 months with more to come!