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24 Sep 2019

Ultimate Careers 2019

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Careers In STEM, STEM In Action, Tools for Teachers | 0

Explore the exciting world of STEM careers Ultimate Careers magazine is a great way to incorporate STEM careers into your classroom teaching - helping make the curriculum contextual and relevant. It helps students work out how to match their favourite … Continued

23 Sep 2019

Columbia: NASA blew it

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action, Tools for Teachers | 0

Word Count / Video Length: 379 / 10:00 mins NASA’s return to space after the Columbia disaster was “ugly” and fraught with internal arguments and mistrust, says Charles Camarda – a NASA astronaut who flew on the mission. This gripping … Continued

19 Sep 2019

Avoiding the trap of perfectionism when studying

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Tools for Teachers, STEM In Action | 0

The article below could be used to help students who are letting their strive for perfectionism get in the way of their studies. The strategies discussed would be useful all throughout students’ learning and should help to promote self-lead learning … Continued

12 Sep 2019

Tutorial: Brian Cox on black holes

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action, Tools for Teachers | 0

In the past few years, we’ve entered a new age of astronomy – now we can watch black holes collide, and see the aftermath of these collisions. Astrophysics legend Brian Cox talks us through what happens during these cataclysmic collisions and what might … Continued

11 Sep 2019

Why do we procrastinate when it’s time to work and study?

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Tools for Teachers, STEM In Action | 0

The article below could be used to advise students on strategies to beat the procrastination bug when preparing for assessments and exams. The strategies discussed would be useful all throughout learning and should help to promote self-lead learning and autonomy. … Continued

9 Aug 2019

The must-do events during National Science Week 2019

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Tools for Teachers, Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

We’ve got the lowdown on the must-see events for National Science Week 2019. Use this guide as inspiration for your school, classroom or personal National Science Week events to get involved in between August 10-18 this year. Word Count: 823 … Continued

26 Jul 2019

Using nets and turtle eggs to take maths outside the classroom

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Tools for Teachers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures, Mathematical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

Researchers say that to make maths more engaging, teachers need to think outside of the classroom. This short read and associated podcast could be used to help inspire you to integrate maths in to your STEM lessons and make it … Continued

26 Jun 2019

New podcast series by QUT aims to bridge the gap between researchers and educators

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Tools for Teachers, Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

The internet of thoughts is coming | Cosmos Space tourism – a launch Australia can’t afford to miss - Australia's Science Channel The little-known native foods about to change the world - Australia's Science Channel From 3D printing to bioplastic, … Continued

20 Jun 2019

Need some STEM inspiration?

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action, Tools for Teachers | 0

Australia is on track to boost girls’ participation in STEM, but we need to move much faster. It’s a matter of both equity and pragmatism, says Lyn Beazley. Read this fascinating and inspiring article on the Australia Science Channel and … Continued