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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Are you a teacher in the UK? Have you completed the 2026 Science Teaching Survey yet? Previous findings from these surveys have been invaluable in informing us about teachers' views directly. Both in my role but also widely across the sector. schoolzone.questionpro.com/rc25f8?custo...

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Institute of Physics @iop.org · 11/02/2026

Want to work at the IOP? We're recruiting for three roles! People Officer Applications close 18 Feb 🔗 bit.ly/4aw3P9D Brand & Marketing Assistant - Scholarship Application close 19 Feb 🔗 bit.ly/4qwlbsG Brand & Marketing Assistant Applications close 25 Feb 🔗 bit.ly/4aoPzzg

A geometric design with red, purple, blue, green, and teal triangles. "IOP Institute of Physics" and "Join us!" are written in bold text in the center.

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Dr Dan Jones @hookean.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

GCSE Physics teachers. Please find below a file with links to 30 simulations I have made, sorted by topic. I hope you find them useful 🙂 #iTeachPhysics #Science 🧪 docs.google.com/document/d/1...

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Cambridge OCR have some further professional development for GCSE and A Level sciences (as well as other quals), including Maximising Marks in A Level Physics (£99). Much of our PD to support quals is free or relatively low cost. Feedback is always welcome too! www.ocr.org.uk/qualificatio...

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Events - OCR

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Cambridge OCR @cambridgeocr.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

What does the curriculum and assessment review mean for science education? 🤔 Check out our blog: ow.ly/4IIJ50XSRX5 And come and talk to us at the ASE conference. We'd love to hear your thoughts. @associationscied.bsky.social

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Looking forward to being at ASE with Cambridge OCR. I'll be on the stand Friday and Saturday.

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

@andy.compoundchem.com and I have written a short blog on the relevance of the CAR report and Government response to GCSE and A Level science should anyone want a shorter summary! We'd love to hear thoughts and how we can support you as redevelopment happens. www.ocr.org.uk/blog/what-do...

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What does the Curriculum and Assessment Review mean for GCSE and A Level sciences?

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Are you looking to buy / top-up OUP A Level science textbooks for Cambridge OCR courses? OUP have been in touch to let us know that they currently have a 25% back-to-school offer. global.oup.com/education/co... Kerboodle users: new tests are live too for AS, with A Level going live this week.

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

Are you looking for a role in assessment? OCR is a genuienly a great place to work! We're looking for Assessment Standards Managers, 2 permanent and 1 12-month fixed term, ideally STEM subject specialism (though others specialisms also welcome). careers.cambridge.org/jobs/vacancy...

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Assessment Standards Manager | Cambridge University Press & Assessment

Cambridge University Press & Assessment join us for a great career

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The Institute for Research in Schools @researchinsch.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

We piloted a new R&I approach in nine schools across England. The results were impressive. Imagine if every student in the had this opportunity. Read and share the report: researchinschools.org/framework/ #STEM #education #EduSky 🧪

The R&I way. The Institute for Research in Schools. IRIS.

Challenged negative stereotypes about who belongs in STEM

Transformed young people's understanding of STEM careers - particularly among girls

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

We have upcoming online PD for our GCSE science quals...free "Starting to Teach" courses as well as Enhance your Teaching (£99 each) for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, maths skills and practical skills - see Teach Cambridge or: www.ocr.org.uk/qualificatio... #OCRscience #teachers #exams

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Do you know the contributions of Edith Stoney, Lise Meitner, Chien-Shiung Wu, Maria Göeppert Mayer and Fabiola Gianotti to physics? My latest blog looks at the amazing contributions of these women to physics, linking to the OCR A Level specifications. www.ocr.org.uk/blog/alevel-...

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A Level Physics: diverse role models for women in particles and medical physics content

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

If you've ever wondered what the role of a Practical Endorsement monitor is like for A Level sciences, take a look at this new blog where OCR monitor Liz answers some questions from me. www.ocr.org.uk/blog/what-do...

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What does a practical endorsement monitor do?

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

The next Physics network will be 7 May 4pm!

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

The Science Teaching Survey 2025 is now live and is such an invaluable piece of research each year! schoolzone.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey...

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Are you looking for an activity (possibly some emergency cover) for British Science Week 2025? I've written a blog on alternatives to petrol and diesel engines for cars and there are several suggested student activities to follow on with. www.ocr.org.uk/blog/british...

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British Science Week 2025 – change and adapt: the cars of the future

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

We will have an online Science teacher network on 12 March for all OCR science quals. Sign-up here! teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw... #OCRscience #teachers #exams

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Teacher Network Events

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

OCR Physics A now has an "Assessment Story" resource, explaining the exams in detail. It is found in Teach Cambridge under Assessment and Assessment support. teachcambridge.org/item/c6cf49b... Biology A and Chemistry A also released!

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Teach Cambridge | Resources to prepare learners for assessment

Teach Cambridge provides OCR teachers with access to resources and support. Browse & search set assignments, examiner reports, exemplars, past papers, training and other teaching resources.

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

We have a Face to Face teacher network in Reading College next week on Wednesday 29 January and in City Oxford College on 6 February. There is also a Physics network online on Thursday 30 January. Links to sign-up for these are here: teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw... #teachers #OCRscience #teachers

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Teacher Network Events

Have a look at our upcoming Teacher Network events in a range of subjects and book your place.

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Are you looking to highlight women in physics when teaching? My third blog highlighting women in physics with links to OCR A Level Physics is now available: www.ocr.org.uk/blog/alevel-...

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

OCR have recently set up an online research panel to help us to develop our Science qualifications. If you're interested being part of this follow this link: t.co/3dbMruNS0S

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

My latest blog spotlights four women pioneers and links to forces and motion in physics. All fascinating to learn more about in their own diverse fields but my love of Victorian engineering means I was particularly interested to learn about Henrietta Vansittart. www.ocr.org.uk/blog/alevel-...

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A Level Physics: diverse role models for women in forces and motion content

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

We’re looking for visiting monitors for 2025 for the Chemistry A Level Practical endorsement particularly in London / South east. Happy to answer any questions I can if anyone is interested! asrecruit.cambridge.org/job/OCR-ASA-...

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OCR AS/A Level Chemistry A Visiting Monitor 2025

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Andy Brunning @andy.compoundchem.com · 13/11/2024

Now @mikeycaer.bsky.social is prompting discussion around how we include environmental and sustainability in science qualifications. Questions being posed below – interested in the #SciTeachUK perspective on these too #OCRScience

Environment and sustainability in the science curriculum
• What does content on sustainability mean from your perspective? E.g. identifying fake news, acting on climate change, engagement with research, use of literature, critical thinking...
• Is the current coverage sufficient, too little or too much (inc. exams)?
• Is the content best kept discrete or should it be linked to topics? See the examples from Teach the Future on the A3 sheets
• What issues are there when trying to teach this currently?
• Is more support needed for teachers? What form(s) would this take, if so?
• How should the approach differ between qualifications e.g. A Level and GCSE

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

A pleasure to spend the day with stakeholders and discuss various aspects of the future of science qualifications!

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 07/11/2024

OCR A/AS Level Physics A H556/H156 specification and DFR (formula) booklet has a minor update for consistency and clarity. A subject update has been sent out but can be seen here: ocr.org.uk/administrati... Updated spec and detailed guide alongside on TC. #OCRPhysics #teachers #exams

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 01/11/2024

My blog comparing A Level Physics for OCR and AQA is now live, following on from the AS content a few weeks ago. I hope this helps centres switching as an overview. lnkd.in/e8FSerx2 I'm open to ideas for any other blogs that would be useful of perhaps if anyone would like to write or co-write one!

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 18/10/2024

I’ll be hosting an A Level Physics teacher network on 20 November. Focus on new to OCR teachers but all welcome, including prospective teachers in the future. All of our networks can be found here: teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw...

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Teacher Network Events

Have a look at our upcoming Teacher Network events in a range of subjects and book your place.

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 24/09/2024

A blog for Black History Month following on from the previous two from my colleagues. www.ocr.org.uk/blog/four-pi...

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Four pioneering Black scientists

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 23/09/2024

www.ocr.org.uk/blog/as-phys... my latest blog compares AQA and OCR specs for AS content. Possibly useful for any students changing mid-way as well as centres switching awarding organisation.

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AS Physics specifications: what’s the difference between OCR and AQA?

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 23/09/2024

You can still sign up for the A Level Physics network event this Wednesday 25 September. A quick update on OCR A Level Physics followed by an opportunity for questions and feedback. Prospective teachers also welcome to attend. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/physics-a-...

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Physics A Level Teacher Network

An opportunity to hear about updates, ask questions to subject advisors and share ideas with other teachers.

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 05/09/2024

www.ocr.org.uk/blog/support... my latest blog, hopefully helpful for those who do not teach A Level as well as those who do!

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Supporting the transition from GCSE to A Level Physics

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 02/09/2024

I hope all goes well if you’re back to school today! Hard to get back into things to start with but hopefully a good start catching up with colleagues!

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 23/08/2024

Young Woman and the Sea (Disney+) definitely worth a watch.

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Dr Dan Jones @hookean.bsky.social · 23/08/2024

🚨New to teaching Physics? 🚨If you are worried about anything related to Physics teaching for the new academic year, send me a message. Lack of resources, upskilling subject knowledge and that kind of thing. I will do all that I can to help you 🙂 #EduSky #ITeachPhysics #SciTeachUK

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 20/08/2024

For any OCR A Level Physics teachers (or those thinking of joining us) there is a free Subject Briefing for A Level sciences and a separate Physics network online in September: teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw... #ocr #alevelphysics #PhysicsTeachers

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Teacher Network Events

Have a look at our upcoming Teacher Network events in a range of subjects and book your place.

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Mike Jackson @mikeycaer.bsky.social · 19/08/2024

Getting to grips with Bluesky. Looking for Physics, science and education chat first of all. I’m a subject advisor with OCR for A Level Physics. Keen to keep listening, learning, sharing and supporting!

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