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Wednesday 19th November 2008
What is Preproom.org?
Preproom.org comprises a comprehensive bank of resources for school science technicians. We include searchable Practical, Equipment and CPD databases, a data and info library, templates, contacts, forums, news, diagrams, weblinks, guides, useful tips and a unique product comparison section.
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A full year school subscription is now only £14.99!
Click here to join our technician community
(Please note: Cheques should be made payable to 'LIMESTAR MEDIA LLP')
Website of the Week
Sir David Attenborough says of the site: "A vast treasury of wildlife images has been steadily accumulating over the past century, yet no one has known its full extent - or indeed its gaps - and no one has had a comprehensive way of gaining access to it. ARKive will put that right, and it will be an invaluable tool for all concerned with the well-being of the natural world."
Visit the site at www.ARKIVE.org
(A list of previous websites of the week are available to members in the Community section)
Last Month's Updates
PRACTICALS
11 pages
COURSES
11 added
INFO LIBRARY
6 pages
PRODUCT COMPARISON
327 updates
EQUIPMENT
2 pages
COMMUNITY
Web links added
11 pages
COURSES
11 added
INFO LIBRARY
6 pages
PRODUCT COMPARISON
327 updates
EQUIPMENT
2 pages
COMMUNITY
Web links added
School Science & Technician News
17/11/08
LOW PRICES ON SCIENCE EQUIPMENT
Newton Resources, a science equipment supplier based in Sheffield is offering a price matching service on all equipment from now until Christmas...read more
17/11/08
BRITISH PUPILS AMONG LEAST LIKELY TO STUDY SCIENCE
The Young People and Science study for the European Commission surveyed nearly 25,000 15- to 25-year-olds across the 27 countries of Europe...read more
10/11/08
¾ OF TEENS SAY SCIENCE IS IRRELEVANT
Two-thirds of teenagers do not believe science qualifications would help them to have rewarding careers. A poll of 1,000 16 to 18-year-olds found that just over a quarter (28%) saw the sciences as relevant...read more
10/11/08
NUT CALL OFF STRIKE ACTION
Following results from the ballot of its members, the NUT has decided not to press ahead with further strike action this time...read more
LOW PRICES ON SCIENCE EQUIPMENT
Newton Resources, a science equipment supplier based in Sheffield is offering a price matching service on all equipment from now until Christmas...read more
17/11/08
BRITISH PUPILS AMONG LEAST LIKELY TO STUDY SCIENCE
The Young People and Science study for the European Commission surveyed nearly 25,000 15- to 25-year-olds across the 27 countries of Europe...read more
10/11/08
¾ OF TEENS SAY SCIENCE IS IRRELEVANT
Two-thirds of teenagers do not believe science qualifications would help them to have rewarding careers. A poll of 1,000 16 to 18-year-olds found that just over a quarter (28%) saw the sciences as relevant...read more
10/11/08
NUT CALL OFF STRIKE ACTION
Following results from the ballot of its members, the NUT has decided not to press ahead with further strike action this time...read more
Preproom.org News
20/10/2008WELCOME TO THE NEW-LOOK PREPROOM.ORG
As you will have noticed the site has been given a full design make over. The most obvious change is the home page which...read more
02/09/2008
COMING SOON!
Welcome back to a new term (for those of you who had a break!) we hope you feel recharged and rejuvenated and looking forward...read more
23/06/2008
NEW FEATURE!!!
We are proud to announce that our new product comparison section is now live in our member's area! Our aim is to enable technicians to easily compare supplier...read more
06/05/2008
A BIG, BIG THANK YOU!!!
We would like to express our thanks for the incredible support we have received over the last few months, from technicians and teachers, advisors,...read more
Community Noticeboard
14/11/08BIOLOGY TECHNICIAN REQUIRED - PORTSMOUTH, HANTS
PGS, a thriving school with a leading national reputation requires a Full-Time Biology Technician to assist the Head of Department and Senior Technician...read more
10/11/08
PART TIME SCIENCE TECHNICIAN - CHULMLEIGH, DEVON
Required as soon as possible until 17/07/09. This position, which is temporary due to budgetary constraints, will involve making resources, preparing activities and supporting lessons...read more
05/11/08
COURSES, COURSES, COURSES!
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is an essential way for technicians to gain knowledge and experience from professional lecturers...read more
03/11/08
TECHNICIANS ON TV
Teachers TV, a website and television channel dedicated to the devolopment of teachers and school support staff have produced a 30 minute documentary about science technicians...read more
Anyone can post a notice on this board by emailing it to us at admin@preproom.org.
Preproom.org Shop
Preproom.org, in association with Amazon, have selected a range of items which may be of interest to school science departments. Browse our categories and grab your department some bargain items.Simply add items to your shopping cart and then click 'proceed to checkout' to complete your Amazon order in the usual way.
Sample products: