Projects per year
Personal profile
Teaching Interests
I am interested in chemical education, and laboratory education specifically. Within this area I conduct research on guided inquiry, a framework for building from a novice to expert lab scientist.
Academic / Professional qualifications
Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry
Personal Statement
I joined the university in 2016 and I'm currently a Teaching Associate in the school of Pure & Applied Chemistry. I run the first year teaching laboratory and the chemistry summer school, and I lecture on introductory organic chemistry for first year students. Additionally, I provide staff professional development on several well-established educational enhancements, such as Peer Instruction.
I am interested in chemical education, and laboratory education specifically. Within this area I conduct research on guided inquiry, a framework for building from a novice to expert lab scientist.
Expertise & Capabilities
- Guided Inquiry
- Chemical Education
- Laboratory Education
- Peer Instruction
- Pre-Labs
- Blended Learning
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Doctor of Philosophy, Universty of Edinburgh
1 Aug 2009 → 1 Aug 2012
Award Date: 29 Jun 2013
Keywords
- chemical education
- pedagogy
Network
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Exploring the Hidden Disabilities of Mental Health in the Undergraduate Laboratory
Willison, D., Scott, F. & Thomson, P.
8/11/21 → 7/11/22
Project: Knowledge Exchange
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Exploring the Hidden Disabilities of Mental Health in the Undergraduate Laboratory
Willison, D., Scott, F. & Thomson, P.
1/10/21 → 30/09/22
Project: Research
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An approach to introducing elements of inquiry to undergraduate chemistry labs
Thomson, P., McShannon, L. & Owens, S., 22 Aug 2019.Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster
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The effect of a revision strategy and metacognition awareness intervention on first year exam performance
Thomson, P., 22 Aug 2019.Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster
Prizes
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Best poster prize at chemistry conference
Thomson, Patrick (Recipient), 21 Aug 2018
Prize: Other distinction
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Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Thomson, Patrick (Recipient), 12 Aug 2019
Prize: Election to learned society
Activities
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Widening access for chemistry degrees
Patrick Thomson (Invited speaker)
4 Apr 2020Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk
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John Holman
Patrick Thomson (Host)
15 Jan 2020Activity: Hosting a visitor types › Hosting an academic visitor