| Full name | Association for Science Education |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1963 |
| Members | 29,692 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Head union | Annette Smith |
| Office location | Hatfield, UK |
| Website | www.ase.org.uk |
The Association for Science Education (ASE) is a professional association in the United Kingdom for teachers of science. It formed in 1963, and currently has 29,692 members.
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The ASE has three main aims to promote education by:
The ASE formed in 1963 by the merger of the Science Masters Association and the Association of Women Science Teachers. However, the ASE's traceable history dates from 1900. The first annual meeting was held in 1901 The ASE received its Royal Charter in 2004 and since then has been able to award Chartered Science Teacher status or 'CSciTeach' to science teachers who meet the criteria set by the organisation.
The ASE is committed to puplishing books, available from their online book store, for the science education market. This includes approximately 200 titles ranging from Primary to Secondary and Post 16 science education, as well as CD-ROMS.
The ASE produces four journals which not only keep members up to date with developments in science education but also provide ideas and tips for the delivery of science education. Their journals include:
The annual conference attracts over 3000 delegates and include 350+ talks and workshops ranging from Academic lectures and exhibitions, to a social programme and themed days.
The ASE is involved with many awards including:
Current Projects include: