Science photo contest for SA schools
7 Jul 2020

Science photo contest for SA schools

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Look through the lens at the science your students are passionate about. Year 9 Claudia Coggan has already submitted her entry to Flinders University's photo competition – “Science is everywhere. It’s in nature, agriculture and the impact of world food … Continued
5 Australian books that can help young people understand their place in the world
2 Jul 2020

5 Australian books that can help young people understand their place in the world

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Some great Australian reads for your students over the break. It is important for young people to read literature that reflects their own life and also expands their experiences of the world. Credit: Shutterstock Alfred Tatum, a US education professor … Continued
The possible reason girls are less likely to pick STEM careers
29 Jun 2020

The possible reason girls are less likely to pick STEM careers

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Girls score the same in maths and science as boys, but higher in arts – this may be why they are less likely to pick STEM careers Credit: Shutterstock Last month, the Australian Academy of Science published a report showing … Continued
While some science stereotypes change, others confound kids’ ambition
12 Jun 2020

While some science stereotypes change, others confound kids’ ambition

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While Aussie school students may no longer think of scientists as just men, media stereotypes of weird scientists and explosions still stick in their minds. This resource should be used alongside STEM Pack 1: Unconscious Bias to challenge thinking and … Continued
Monosex animal populations ‘could help prevent disease and poverty’
20 Sep 2019

Monosex animal populations ‘could help prevent disease and poverty’

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A PhD researcher from Australia’s University of the Sunshine Coast explores the science behind sex-changing animals and the impact this could have on society. The article would be suited to students in years 4 to 12, studying Biological Sciences who … Continued
Taking Flight
25 Jul 2017

Taking Flight

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How a fascination for the physics of flying launched Ashlea’s career with the ADF, and the interesting path that has taken. This resource is best suited to Year 9 and 10 STEM and work studies students who are exploring their … Continued