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Here you can find the latest physics teaching news, including recent articles from Classroom Physics.

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Teaching the seasons: the role of diagrams

An aspect of thinking like a physicist is the ability to interpret visualisations of...

By Classroom Physics 14/03/2022

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Extreme seasons

Seasons in the UK and Ireland have always been stable and mild compared to many...

By Classroom Physics 11/03/2022

Classroom physics

A scientific journey into the past

Vasileios Spathopoulos, of Glasgow International College, used an IOP Anthony...

By Classroom Physics 11/03/2022

IOP calls for investment in physics skills to support economic recovery

An Institute of Physics commissioned report has revealed that as we enter a new...

By Classroom Physics 11/03/2022

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CPD videos for early career teachers

We have launched a library of short videos for early career teachers (ECTs)...

By Classroom Physics 11/03/2022

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IOP pillars of the community

You may have begun to notice changes to the way the IOP is operating, especially in...

By Classroom Physics 11/03/2022

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Submit your nomination for the 2022 IOP Teachers of Physics Award

The IOP Awards proudly reflect the full breadth of excellence that makes physics...

By IOP Education 20/01/2022

Atomic

Is it possible to learn the whole of the Atomic Structure topic in Physics GCSE in one hour?

We are running a research project into the effectiveness of spaced learning in...

By IOP Education 18/01/2022

Quantum and Nuclear Quantum and particle physics

Observe, measure or interact?

The extent to which quantum physics can be meaningfully taught at secondary level...

By Classroom Physics 17/12/2021

Quantum and Nuclear

The standard model: Building understanding with LEGO

The standard model of particle physics sorts elementary particles according to their...

By Classroom Physics 17/12/2021

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Energy and thermal physics

Stories from physics 6: energy and thermal physics

Energy and thermal physics

By Classroom Physics 09/12/2020

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New CPD videos for teaching energy

Our second set of CPD videos, covering the domain of energy for ages 11-19, are now...

By IOP Education 09/11/2020

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Why should we celebrate 60 years of the laser?

In 1917, physicists knew that atoms could absorb and emit light spontaneously...

By 03/11/2020

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Online self-study, motivation and student engagement

This column is all about engaging with academic research to help us reflect on our...

By 03/11/2020

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Cognitive load theory – some strategies to teach light

In the last few years, cognitive load theory (CLT) has been receiving a lot of...

By 03/11/2020

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MyPhysicsCourse – updated for 2021 entry

Our hub for undergraduate physics degrees in the UK and Ireland is ready for your...

By 29/10/2020

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Reciprocal agreement for IOP and ASE members

Did you know that current ASE members can join the IOP at a 30% discount on the full...

By 29/10/2020

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Early career teacher support in the wake of lockdown

Whilst ultimately it is students whose education has been most disrupted by schools...

By IOP Education 28/10/2020

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New CPD videos for teaching forces

Are you looking to brush up on teaching forces, but short on time? The IOP is proud...

By IOP Education 29/09/2020

Stories from Physics 5: Properties of matter

Stories from physics 5: properties of matter

Properties of matter

By Classroom Physics 25/09/2020

Teaching in lockdown

Help us to help you - teacher CPD survey

With all current provision online due to COVID-19 restrictions being in place, we...

By Classroom Physics 07/09/2020

Your future with physics

Your Future with Physics: our new careers hub

The IOP has launched a new online hub dedicated to exploring the wide range of...

By Classroom Physics 19/08/2020

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