Ben McDonagh

Microbiologist and secondary science teacher. Trying to bring some of the amazing world of microbes into the classroom.

[Ben McDonagh @2ndry_microbiol]

Great technique shown by many of Y10 as they made their antibiotic ZOI and streak plates today, looking forward to the results on Friday. Definitely some potential #futuremicrobiologists in @CVScienceDept at @CastleviewUl!

[Ben McDonagh @2ndry_microbiol]

Just had it confirmed that our P. fluorescens will be arriving next week - the excitement is already building for getting some Microbiology going again!

[Ben McDonagh @2ndry_microbiol]

Great day at the #aseconf, lots of new ideas for both within and outside the classroom. Even picked up some new ideas for making practical microbiology a little more beginner friendly #glitter

[Ben McDonagh @2ndry_microbiol]

Some really interesting ideas shared last night for making waves more understandable and relevant at a great session run by the @IOP. Also a great chance to speak with local colleagues and learn from the experiences of others! #STEMed

[Ben McDonagh @2ndry_microbiol]

Very reassuring as a microbiologist that my Y10s were familiar with both this advert and why it was important. A great campaign by @PHE_uk #amr https://t.co/HxeNPF9OO8

[Ben McDonagh @2ndry_microbiol]

An extensive series of ideas that I'm keen to try out in the classroom, always good to learn from the experiences of others!

[Ben Newmark @bennewmark]

NEW. I have been asked to put my two threads on what has and what hasn't worked for me on my blog. Here they are with @olicav's ace posters. Thanks to @5Naureen for 'unrolling'. @profbeckyallen
https://t.co/wHqZyykrIc

[Ben McDonagh @2ndry_microbiol]

Really great morning introducing Y6 from one of our local primary schools to some of the exciting science we get up to at @CVScience1

[Ben McDonagh @2ndry_microbiol]

And that's the first day's teaching done with tomorrows lessons planned. Meeting the students makes it real. @TeachFirst

[Ben McDonagh @2ndry_microbiol]

Really interesting first day at the @TeachFirst #TDC2018 including a great talk from @teacherhead on the value of meaningful and productive feedback in marking.