Welcome to July SSR* (Issue 394). We are excited to share with you the latest edition (members will need to login to access). 

SSR is now available as a member benefit (members have a choice of either SSR or Primary Science), so please do check your journal preferences if you are a member and want to have access to SSR. 

This issue brings together a range of timely and thought-provoking articles that address both enduring and emerging challenges in science education.

Focusing on student performance, Jennie Golding draws upon the latest findings of the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) for year 9 students in England. Mary Gagen examines how we can improve communication around climate change to ensure education in this area is not only scientifically accurate but also emotionally and socially effective.

Mary O’Donnell, Thomas McCloughlin and Cliona Murphy identify three prevalent nature of science misconceptions and provide strategies for addressing them in the classroom. Adding a practical dimension, Steven Ka Kit Yu and Andrew Ching Yuet To share an engaging classroom activity designed to help students better grasp the nature of science, complete with examples and a ready-to-use instructional task sheet.

*School Science Review (SSR) is ASE's journal aimed at those working in 11-19 science education both in the UK and internationally, including new and experienced teachers, teacher trainees, teacher educators, school leaders and Heads of Department, advisers, consultants and technicians.