Simon Ross

Geographer, author, runner and gardener

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The perfect end of year resource is here! Check out @DTWEGeography Big Summer Geography Quiz. This ready-to-use quiz is designed for Key Stage 3-5 students and a light-hearted way to end the year.
Download your free quiz here: https://t.co/LfyFfBROFi

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In our latest 2024 guest blog, peri-glaciologist, Environmental Scientist and Expedition Guide for HX Hurtigruten Expeditions, Ashton McDonald discusses the importance of coastal permafrost loss. Access the full blog at https://t.co/DozjVT8g8h.

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Just published, the April edition of 'Newsbites' at https://t.co/Aa4cpVAOde. Check out the latest news on upcoming courses and newly published teaching resources from, amongst others, @The_GA , @RGS_IBGschools the Environment Agency and the Dorset Coast Forum.

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SW Geography Conference (@UWE_GEM Monday 17 June). Free entry for teachers. Registration opens on 1 April. Check out the complete programme and find a link to register at https://t.co/7qnR31aJPn. Book early to save disappointment and please tell colleagues.

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SW Geography Conference (Monday 17 June, UWE) . . . FREE entry to teachers! Check out the programme of events at https://t.co/7qnR31aJPn and prepare for registration which opens on 1st April. Look out for the registration link coming soon! Please share with colleagues.

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Just published, the latest Guest Blog written by Arctic researcher Amy Swiggs (https://t.co/QR4KNeyLdG ) who considers the importance of sea ice and the need to collect accurate, topical observations on the ice. Ideal for teachers and sixth form geographers. Please re-post.

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Just published, the February edition of Newsbites, with details of recent resources and upcoming events from amongst others @The_GA and @RGS_IBGschools as well as the latest geography news from the SW (https://t.co/nqngcbw9ee). Do spread the word!

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Geography teachers are invited to join a study visit to the South Indian states of Karnataka and Kerala from July 28th to August 10th, 2024. Find out more at https://t.co/b1gFjXxkLV . Please spread the word.

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Just published, January's Newsbites newsletter (https://t.co/1JFRZQeNc0) packed with information about upcoming events and new teaching resources, featuring amongst others @RGS_IBGschools , @The_GA, the Environment Agency, Rockwatch and @RMetS . Please spread the word.

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Check out December's monthly newsletter at https://t.co/9L2B7j1f76 to read about the latest teaching resources and details of upcoming events from, amongst others, @The_GA, @RGS_IBGschools, @SomersetWT , @timeforgeog, @UK_CEH and @OxUniPress . Happy Christmas!

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Just published! November's secondary Newsbites newsletter (https://t.co/BU4T8iz00m), packed with details of our latest teaching resources and links to external resources and events including @The_GA , @RGS_IBGschools, @OUPAcademic and the Environment Agency.

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NEW Coastal resources for GCSE and A level focusing on coastal landforms, processes and management in Christchurch Bay at https://t.co/vmLvi5kTIV. Huge pleasure to have worked with BCP Council on developing these resources. Hope they are useful . . . please spread the word.

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Check out this month's Guest Blog written by @geogramblings, award-winning freelance sci-communicator, author, podcaster and educator. Read about Kit Marie's ‘Young People at a Crossroads’ project and more at https://t.co/nGQJUBQmzV.

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The Dynamic Coast . . . ready-to-go teaching resources for KS3 focusing on the 'lost village' of Hallsands, coastal processes and management at Start Bay (https://t.co/5TKW0u7ZVQ). PowerPoints, worksheets and OS map skills. Great to work with SW Coastal Monitoring.

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Just published, April's Guest Blog. Delighted to host Chloë Searle's (@theislandgeogr) reflections on the importance of residential fieldwork (https://t.co/nGQJUBQmzV). Her blog includes ten questions to help teachers plan their residential experience. A must read!

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Just published! April's secondary Newsbites, packed full of useful information about new resources, news and upcoming events. Featuring, amongst others, information from @The_GA , @RGS_IBGschools, @RMetS and @GISEd . Check it out at https://t.co/nGQJUBQmzV .

[Simon Ross @SimonRoss02]

Wild Garlic! I am keen to source some wild garlic to plant in the garden! Has anyone in the Taunton area got some to spare? If so, please get in touch at [email protected]. More than happy to swap with other plants! Thanks.

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If you're interested in the recent debate about river pollution, check out this map from The Rivers Trust to discover sewage outflows in your local river (https://t.co/gMTguH0BQ9). A fantastic and alarming resource and great for GIS.

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Read a summary of the recent report on future UK flooding, lead by Paul Bates @BristolUni . The study assesses flood hazard using the most recent Met Office climate projections which factor in the likely impact of climate change. Ideal for A level. https://t.co/oySSqRXbqh.

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This month's Guest Blog features Jodie Greene (Forestry England) who considers the educational potential of forests, with suggestions for practical outdoor learning. Find out more about @ForestryEngland innovative Ranger in a Bag project. https://t.co/nGQJUBQmzV.