I teach English and science to prathom students, and really enjoy the science. I have no formal quals in science (apart from O level physics and chemistry, which are from 35 years ago), and would like do some study that will give a cert in general science. i have looked at the Alison course, which I believe i will need to pay for eventually, but was wondering if anybody knew of any others. I am looking for a course that will give me some kind of proof of study and a pass grade, and need it to be online and free ( or as close to it as possible).

Cheers in advance

Neil

in the US they have the Praxis tests including subject tests which are for teacher's certification. Or did you want a course that will teach you science to get a degree?

in the US they have the Praxis tests including subject tests which are for teacher's certification. Or did you want a course that will teach you science to get a degree?

I am only looking for a diploma or certificate that shows I have up to date knowledge of general science. English is my first subject, but being able to teach science, and having proof of that ability, is a good thing to have under your belt. It is only for Prathom, so it's nothing very complicated.

in the US they have the Praxis tests including subject tests which are for teacher's certification. Or did you want a course that will teach you science to get a degree?

I am only looking for a diploma or certificate that shows I have up to date knowledge of general science. English is my first subject, but being able to teach science, and having proof of that ability, is a good thing to have under your belt. It is only for Prathom, so it's nothing very complicated.

You could possibly get a student subscription to New Scientist on line, which will certainly start you off nicely.

I'd like to do the same, but they don't have a sub for pensioners!

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=wm#search/new+scientist/143e9414dd27ecda

in the US they have the Praxis tests including subject tests which are for teacher's certification. Or did you want a course that will teach you science to get a degree?

I am only looking for a diploma or certificate that shows I have up to date knowledge of general science. English is my first subject, but being able to teach science, and having proof of that ability, is a good thing to have under your belt. It is only for Prathom, so it's nothing very complicated.

You could possibly get a student subscription to New Scientist on line, which will certainly start you off nicely.

I'd like to do the same, but they don't have a sub for pensioners!

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=wm#search/new+scientist/143e9414dd27ecda

This would be great for study but i also want some kind of certificate at the end

I am only looking for a diploma or certificate that shows I have up to date knowledge of general science.

I'm not sure you'll find anything that satisfies this requirement because the fundamentals of science have changed very little in 35 years. Yes, there have been great advances made in stem cell research and string theory and so on, but I doubt you'll be delivering lectures on any of these topic unless you're teaching a master's program.

I'm also a subject teacher (+ TOEIC) and my degree is all science and math, and almost as old as yours. It's still more than suitable for teaching algebra or trig or magnetism or anaerobic glycolysis or covalent bonding to today's science students because our understanding of these things at a fundamental level has changed very little, if at all, since we learned them.

I find that the simple act of teaching these subjects is the best way to stay sharp.

I am only looking for a diploma or certificate that shows I have up to date knowledge of general science.

I'm not sure you'll find anything that satisfies this requirement because the fundamentals of science have changed very little in 35 years. Yes, there have been great advances made in stem cell research and string theory and so on, but I doubt you'll be delivering lectures on any of these topic unless you're teaching a master's program.

I'm also a subject teacher (+ TOEIC) and my degree is all science and math, and almost as old as yours. It's still more than suitable for teaching algebra or trig or magnetism or anaerobic glycolysis or covalent bonding to today's science students because our understanding of these things at a fundamental level has changed very little, if at all, since we learned them.

I find that the simple act of teaching these subjects is the best way to stay sharp.

I agree about the science, but an up to date qualification would no doubt impress more than a qualification I gained as a youth. it would also show my enthusiasm for the subject. perhaps i'll just complete the Alison course. Cheers