Lord Speaker addresses science education conference
9 January 2015
The Lord Speaker, Baroness D’Souza, delivered the keynote speech at the Association for Science Education’s (ASE) annual conference on Friday 9 January. Her visit was part of the Lord Speaker’s continuing professional associations’ outreach programme.
Baroness D’Souza spoke about the role of the Lord Speaker, the scientific knowledge and expertise within the House, and gave advice about how individuals and organisations can raise issues, influence science policy and engage with members of the Lords.
Her speech was followed by a Q&A session, chaired by Dr Susan Burr, a freelance independent educational consultant and former secondary school science teacher and teacher educator.
Speaking ahead of her visit, Baroness D'Souza said: 'Decisions that are made by Parliamentarians in both Houses affect everyone in the UK at every stage of their life. Given that science is all around us – as well as a subject very close to my heart – it is vitally important that people in the scientific community, whether they are teachers, science technicians or advisers, understand the work of the House of Lords and how they can engage with us and be involved with what we do.'
About the ASE
The Association for Science Education is the professional body for all those involved in science education from pre-school to higher education, and its members include teachers, technicians and advisers. The Association plays a significant role in promoting excellence in the teaching and learning of science in schools and colleges, and works closely with the science professional bodies, industry and business, to provide a UK-wide network bringing together individuals and organisations to share ideas and tackle challenges in science teaching.