International Day of Women and Girls in Science

International Day of Women and Girls in Science

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On Tuesday 11th February 2020, the world celebrates the amazing contribution that women and girls have had to science. Watch, read and listen, and get to know the amazing Women in STEM that we have featured throughout the year. They’ve … Continued
SCINEMA 2020 returns with new SCINEMA junior filmmaker award

SCINEMA 2020 returns with new SCINEMA junior filmmaker award

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SCINEMA International Science Film Festival, the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, is back for 2020 and we want your students to submit their films! Years: R, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, … Continued
NYSF 2020 National Science Teachers Summer School Registrations are now open!

NYSF 2020 National Science Teachers Summer School Registrations are now open!

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The National Science Teacher’s Summer School (NSTSS) is a five-day professional development program for experienced and new secondary Science Teachers and Lab Technicians from across Australia.   NYSF 2020 National Science Teachers Summer School Registrations are now open! The National … Continued
Teachers – proof you are doing it right!

Teachers – proof you are doing it right!

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To maximise learning, find the sweet spot A confidence boosting read for all teachers - this study proves you’re doing it right by stretching students just a little bit to keep their learning in the sweet spot. Proof that teachers … Continued
Tutorial: Jane Goodall on the Environment

Tutorial: Jane Goodall on the Environment

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We are becoming ever more aware of how our actions impact upon our planet  – be that with regards to global climate change, or the extinction of the smallest species from one tiny corner of Earth. Zoology legend Jane Goodall … Continued
Naming a NASA Mars Rover can change your life

Naming a NASA Mars Rover can change your life

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When 12-year-old Clara Ma entered a competition in 2008 to name the next Mars Rover, she had no idea where it could take her. Inspire your students to follow in Clara's footsteps and get involved in STEM competitions, set high … Continued
Inspiring science teachers recognised by Prime Minister’s Prizes

Inspiring science teachers recognised by Prime Minister’s Prizes

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The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science recognises outstanding teachers for their efforts in inspiring students with STEM. This year, Sarah Finney from Stirling East Primary School and Samantha Moyle from Brighton Secondary School have been recognised for their inspiring work … Continued
10 Australian space innovations you need to know about

10 Australian space innovations you need to know about

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Inspire students by showing them some incredible STEM technology being developed around them right now. Use this article as an introduction to a discussion about future careers in STEM or even as a way to contextualise learning. You could follow … Continued
Ultimate Careers 2019

Ultimate Careers 2019

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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
Columbia: NASA blew it

Columbia: NASA blew it

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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