Karen Collins

Science educator, award-winning author, presenter, trainer and podcaster. CEA. CSciTeach. FCCT. FRSB. @smallscreensci podcast

[Karen Collins @kcoscience]

Come and listen to our new episode!

[Small Screen Science Podcast @smallscreensci]

Welcome to Small Screen Science! The brand new #podcast where @kcoscience & @EmmaBrisdion explore the #science behind your favourite #TV shows.

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[PiXL @ThePiXLNetwork]

Good morning, #PiXLNetwork!

We’re here for two days of bold ideas, practical strategies and the kind of leadership energy that persists.

#Primary #PiXLNationalConference leaders – ready to go?

[Collins Secondary @FreedomtoTeach]

Are your students struggling to master the maths needed for GCSE Science?

Join @TeacherCoach1 and @kcoscience for this free webinar tomorrow, packed with practical strategies and relevant research to help target the core maths skills and calculations that often challenge students in exams.

📅 Tuesday 20/1, 4pm-5pm

Save your spot: https://t.co/hGBJTbh3v3

[Collins Secondary @FreedomtoTeach]

Join @TeacherCoach1 and @kcoscience for this free webinar on developing students’ mathematical skills in science.

Discover provides practical strategies and relevant research to help target the core maths skills and calculations that often challenge students in GCSE Science exams.

📅 Wednesday 21/1, 4pm-5pm

Save your spot: https://t.co/hGBJTbh3v3

[PiXL @ThePiXLNetwork]

Scallop or scallop? 🤔

From modelling to distributed practice to elaborative interrogation – @KCoScience reveals what the research says about revision 📖

Don't forget to take this further by booking a surgery with her on the PiXL Portal 🙌
https://t.co/D1Jaf0vkhL

[Collins Secondary @FreedomtoTeach]

Catch up on our recent webinar with @kcoscience and @TeacherCoach1 exploring disciplinary literacy in science.

Discover insights on the unique language of science, strategies for engaging students, and the importance of formative assessments.

Watch here: https://t.co/MuCzluOo9d

[Collins Secondary @FreedomtoTeach]

So great to be at the @ThePiXLNetwork English Subject Conference today!

Pop along to our stand to chat student books, teacher resources, revision and reading intervention (and pick up a goody bag too!)

#PiXLEnglish

[PiXL @ThePiXLNetwork]

Spaced practice > cramming!

@kcoscience reviews what the research reveals about revision at the #PiXLEnglish conference 💫

Plot twist: highlighting and rereading may not be the most effective way for students to retrieve knowledge...

#PiXLEnglish

[PiXL @ThePiXLNetwork]

@kcoscience How can we support your students to secure their studying skills?

Check these out and book in some time with our English specialists to explore how you can use them in your classrooms 🙌

[Collins Secondary @FreedomtoTeach]

Introducing the new AQA GCSE Science Maths in Science Practice Pack by @TeacherCoach1 and @kcoscience – out now!

This teacher resource helps build student confidence and fluency in tackling mathematical skills for GCSE Science.

Find out more: https://t.co/cMsQE5Vm3B

[Collins Secondary @FreedomtoTeach]

Join @TeacherCoach1 and @kcoscience for a free webinar on disciplinary literacy in science.

Discover practical literacy strategies that enhance comprehension of scientific texts, improve student engagement, and foster critical thinking.

🗓️ 6/11 4pm
Sign up: https://t.co/uaMB24N7kN

[PiXL @ThePiXLNetwork]

@RachelPiXL @jennygaylor @Christina7Moody @kcoscience Hearing from the network is invaluable!

Thank you to Oliver Kirkbride from@CamborneSIA_ for sharing how his school has been precise in improving outcomes at the #Post16 #PiXLNationalConference 💫

[PiXL @ThePiXLNetwork]

@RachelPiXL @jennygaylor @Christina7Moody U grades in Science & Psychology can be discouraging for both students & staff.

@KCoScience shares the top tips for a strategic use of assessment, revision & intervention.

Check out the Disciplinary Literacy resources to aid understanding:
👉https://t.co/aQpjxd0SLA

[PiXL @ThePiXLNetwork]

More interesting talks in Part 3...

⭐️Interdisciplinary mathematics with @kcoscience - new resource coming in Autumn 2025!

⭐��Barnaby from @PupilProgressUK on getting ahead of the curve with re-sitters.

⭐️Catherine Connaughton with an update on UCAS – what's new & what to do!

[PiXL @ThePiXLNetwork]

Now is the prime moment to address the gaps, confusions & misconceptions in student understanding that recur annually.

@kcoscience brings sharp insight into what’s emerging in maths & how to support your
#Secondary middle leaders to lead through this well 💫

[Karen Collins @kcoscience]

Really excited to be working on this project! @theAliceRoberts children’s novel series is a great read.

[PiXL @ThePiXLNetwork]

@kcoscience One way to address issues early? Catch them before they set in!

Join the upcoming Online Topical Forum with @theAliceRoberts who delves into themes from her book 'Wolf Road' that are incredibly relevant when dealing with transition between schools.
👉https://t.co/mayzL7BC1S

[PiXL @ThePiXLNetwork]

@kcoscience One way to address issues early? Catch them before they set in!

Join the upcoming Online Topical Forum with @theAliceRoberts who delves into themes from her book 'Wolf Road' that are incredibly relevant when dealing with transition between schools.
👉https://t.co/mayzL7BC1S

[Karen Collins @kcoscience]

@nigel_whittle @ThePiXLNetwork Thank you Nigel! Glad it was helpful

[Karen Collins @kcoscience]

Teaching inheritance? Have you seen this? https://t.co/rBySj7AIBl

[Prof Michael Green FCCT @Michael_S_Green]

🚨Do you teach secondary? If so, @educationgovuk has published details of a short course that has been written regarding supporting reading in secondary.

This is definitely worth looking at: https://t.co/eo1smnHvjG

#reading #secondary #edutwitter

[Karen Collins @kcoscience]

@aliceep24 @TeacherCoach1 Hello! I have sent you a message!