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I couldn’t find a video showing the classic oil drop and ruler to estimate the size of an atom so I made this one yesterday. I use it as part of my A-level physics induction taster lessons:
youtu.be/7WoKdnnHoCg
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Measuring atoms with a ruler - a classic physics practical
YouTube video by Physics with Simon Poliakoff
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October 21, 2026 at 9:14 AM
rsc-eic.bsky.social
Teaching chromatography?

You need this article 👇🏼 by @dave2004b.bsky.social full of strategies, solutions and skills for 11–16 lessons

edu.rsc.org/cpd/practica...

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Four photos in a grid. Clockwise from top left: a crime scene, someone is using tweezers to put a bullet in a small container; the head and shoulders of an Egyptian mummy; a hand holds a smartphone (blank screen); a hamburger on a wooden board
October 20, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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For the final question of our #BiologyWeek 2026 challenge, become a biological sleuth! Use your cell biology knowledge to solve the mystery of our origins in our final #BiologyWeek question: isaacscience.org/questions/or...

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A drawing of a phylogenetic tree. The root of the tree is labelled with a question mark. Sunday 18th October is labelled in the top left corner.
October 18, 2026 at 7:38 AM
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Our bodies rely on enzymes to function, so what happens when an enzyme stops working? See if you can determine the diagnosis in today’s #BiologyWeek question: isaacscience.org/questions/en...

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A cartoon drawing of an enzyme and fitting substrates. Saturday 17th October is labelled in the top left corner.
October 17, 2026 at 6:25 AM
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Use your cell division knowledge to understand the moss life cycle in today’s #BiologyWeek question: isaacscience.org/questions/al...

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A cartoon drawing of some moss. Friday 16th October is labelled in the top left corner.
October 16, 2026 at 12:05 PM
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Who knew algae could be this cute? Test your photosynthesis knowledge in this #BiologyWeek question on algae balls: isaacscience.org/questions/al...

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A cartoon drawing of three algae balls. Thursday 15th October is labelled in the top left corner.
October 15, 2026 at 10:50 AM
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Test your knowledge of blood glucose regulation in this #BiologyWeek question on killer cone snails: isaacscience.org/questions/co...

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A cartoon drawing of an aquatic snail. Wednesday 14th October is labelled in the top left corner.
October 14, 2026 at 1:41 PM
rsc-eic.bsky.social
Want to guarantee student success with calculations in science? Talk to your maths department advises @catsmi.bsky.social
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October 14, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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How can a female-only species reproduce? Learn about meiosis-modifying lizards in today’s #BiologyWeek question: isaacscience.org/questions/me...

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A cartoon drawing of a lizard. Monday 12th October is labelled in the top left corner.
October 12, 2026 at 8:33 AM
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Can we use enzymes to solve one of the world’s biggest environmental challenges? Combine your mathematical skills and enzyme knowledge to answer today’s #BiologyWeek question: isaacscience.org/questions/ca...

#ChatBiology #SciTeachUK #EduSky #GCSEbiology
A cartoon drawing of two plastic bottles. Tuesday 13th October is labelled in the top left corner.
October 13, 2026 at 10:10 AM
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Use your cell biology knowledge to identify a mystery pond-dwelling organism in today’s #BiologyWeek question: isaacscience.org/questions/my...

#ChatBiology #SciTeachUK #EduSky #GCSEbiology
A cartoon drawing of a cell. Sunday 11th October is labelled in the left corner.
October 11, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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Fed up of your bananas going brown in your fruit bowl? Use your plant hormone knowledge to work out why this happens and how to prevent it in today’s #BiologyWeek question: isaacscience.org/questions/ba...

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Isaac Science
Join Isaac Science - free physics, chemistry, biology and maths learning resources for years 7 to 13 designed by Cambridge University subject specialists.
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October 10, 2026 at 8:20 AM
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Vampire bats: they really do eat blood! But what goes in must come out! For today’s Isaac #BiologyWeek question, test your knowledge of the excretory system: isaacscience.org/questions/va...

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October 9, 2026 at 12:55 PM
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Have you ever wondered how goldfish survive the winter when their pond freezes over? Learn about these fascinating fish and test your metabolism knowledge in today’s #BiologyWeek question: isaacscience.org/questions/go...

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October 8, 2026 at 8:16 AM
rsc-eic.bsky.social
First, Sam learned to cope with her dyslexia, now she excels as a chemistry teacher because of it. Read this article to discover how
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#DyslexiaAwarenessWeek #DAW26 #SciTeachUK #chemed
A blue board above a white table in a school hall. Posters and handouts on the table and board. At the top of the board, the word DYSLEXIA Two photos. On the left, a woman wearing safety spectacles stands behind a flame in a bin in a science classroom. On the right, the same woman holds a board eraser in her hand and speaks to a blonde child in a classroom
October 9, 2026 at 10:32 AM
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Celebrate #BiologyWeek by taking part in the Isaac Biology Week Challenge! Every day from 8th–18th October we’ll feature a different question from our GCSE biology resources.

Questions will be linked from: isaacscience.org/pages/2026_b...

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Isaac Science
Join Isaac Science - free physics, chemistry, biology and maths learning resources for years 7 to 13 designed by Cambridge University subject specialists.
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October 7, 2026 at 9:32 AM
rsc-eic.bsky.social
Teaching titration? This idea from @ianmcdaid.bsky.social will help your learners get full marks for method writing
edu.rsc.org/ideas/secure...
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Photograph of a lab bench. Foreground two flasks, one containing colourless liquid, the other purple liquid. Also on the bench, a calculator and burette. You can also see gloved hands writing on a sheet of paper
September 24, 2026 at 11:17 AM
rsc-eic.bsky.social
From classroom-ready resources to posters and online sessions, @rsc.org can't support teachers without your input. And we're about to ask you to share what you think of the chemistry curriculum. Read on to find out how: edu.rsc.org/opinion/have...
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September 11, 2026 at 11:15 AM
rsc-eic.bsky.social
Four more recommendations for your to-be-read pile:
🤓 Fun facts about elements
🚫 Revealing your misconceptions
🪄 50 fearless pioneers
🐞 8 nature lessons
#TBR #Goallin #SciTeachUK
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September 10, 2026 at 2:15 PM
rsc-eic.bsky.social
Spring into action with this idea for teaching IR spectroscopy vibrations to your post-16 learners
#sciteachuk #chemed #scienceteacher
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September 9, 2026 at 11:15 AM
samhe.bsky.social
We’re recruiting schools in England and Wales to take part in CHILI: research exploring how the changing climate affects classroom environments, pupil health and attainment.

Could you help us reach schools?
Ready-made copy 👉 tinyurl.com/CHILIschools

🍎 #STEM #HealthyAir #HealthySchool #SciTeachUK
Information about CHILI available at samhe.org.uk/chili
September 7, 2026 at 11:36 AM
rsc-eic.bsky.social
4 excel-lent uses of spreadsheets for science teachers:
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August 25, 2026 at 9:37 AM
samhe.bsky.social
The September issue of the #SAMHE newsletter will feature a chance for schools to get a free outdoor #AirQuality monitor, findings from the last school year and much more.

Join the mailing list: samhe.org.uk/FAQ#contact

🍎 #STEM #EduSky #EduSkyPrimary #HealthyAir #SciTeachUK
Airgradient monitor fixed on the outside of a school building.
August 11, 2026 at 2:21 PM
aminamemon.bsky.social
Sharing my expertise on the Cognitive Interview for interviewing victims & eyewitnesses with students studying #Psychology at A Level
#SciTeachUK for full article shorturl.at/eIfla I can share here the @rhulpsychology.bsky.social "Psychology Brief" video which accompanies it
Unlocking Witness Memories: The Cognitive Interview
YouTube video by The Psychology Debrief
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November 19, 2024 at 7:22 PM
kfbiology.bsky.social
I remember the moment I found out adrenal means ‘next to kidney’ so clearly.

Today I’ve discovered Saccharomyces means ‘sugar fungus’. Why have I never made that connection?!?!
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November 11, 2024 at 10:52 PM