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Food – a fact of life conference in collaboration with Abertay University
Food - a fact of life is delighted to be running a hands-on, interactive conference in collaboration with Abertay University, which will be held on Saturday 16 November 2024.
This 100% subsidised conference is aimed at trainee, new and experienced teachers and will provide curriculum support and teaching resources for food-related S1-S6 courses.
There will be an opportunity to network with like-minded professionals, work with experienced Abertay University staff and update your knowledge and skills to enhance teaching and learning of food and nutrition education.
Spaces are limited (maximum 80) and will be allocated on a first come first served basis, we will operate a waiting list.
We will confirm by email when your registration has been confirmed.
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Outline of Conference Programme
Registration and refreshments will be from 9.30am, with a prompt start at 10.00am.
The conference will finish at 2.30pm and brunch will be provided during the morning.
Why Attend and Audience
Why attend
- Engage in a hands-on training event with your peers.
- Take part in exciting, interactive workshops that are relevant to your teaching.
- There will be opportunities to ask questions of BNF, Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), and Abertay University staff, and network with colleagues.
- The conference is 100% subsidised – your commitment is your time.
- Signposts to free editable resources for use in the classroom.
- A certificate of attendance will be provided – useful as evidence for your professional development and performance management.
- The training event supports the Food teaching in secondary schools: a framework of knowledge and skills – backed by government and the Characteristics of good practice in teaching food and nutrition education in secondary schools.
Audience
Trainee, new and more experienced food and nutrition secondary teachers in Scotland.
Conference Venue - Abertay University
The campus is conveniently located in the city centre with all of its buildings being clustered close together.
Abertay University is one of two public universities in the city of Dundee, Scotland. In 1872, Sir David Baxter, 1st Baronet of Kilmaron, left a bequest for the establishment of a mechanics' institute in Dundee and the Dundee Institute of Technology was formed in 1888. Its journey of over 130 years continues to equip the future workforce of the world. Explore more about our heritage.
Location: Bell Street, Dundee DD1 1HG Find us on Google Maps
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Parking and EV Charging:
- Accessible Parking - there are no dedicated accessible parking bays at Abertay University. Disabled person badge holders may park free of charge and without a time limit in any council car park or specified on-street parking bays.
- No on-site parking parking available
- For parking and EV charging nearby visit parking charges and locations
Distance to travel amenities:
Dundee Airport - 2.8 miles (4.5 km) by car
Dundee Railway Station - 0.5 miles (0.8 km) by foot
Dundee Bus Station - 0.4 miles (0.6 km) by foot
Organising Committee
- Frances Meek, Education Services Manager, British Nutrition Foundation
With support from Abertay University and Debbie Ree, Dundee City Region Convention Bureau.
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