In Class With… Neil deGrasse Tyson

In Class With… Neil deGrasse Tyson

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Get access to the biggest STEM names and brightest minds with our In Class With... series. Topics: Biological Sciences - Ecosystems, The Body Earth and Space Sciences - The Solar System, Big Bang Theory, The Changing Earth Physical Sciences - … Continued
A vaccine against the virus that causes COVID-19 just took a huge step forward

A vaccine against the virus that causes COVID-19 just took a huge step forward

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An Australian team of researchers have developed a target for a vaccine against the COVID-19 coronavirus. This topical article could be used with students in years 8 to 12 studying Biological and Chemical sciences. Word Count: 455 Generating electricity 'out … Continued
Changemakers turn words into action for gender equity

Changemakers turn words into action for gender equity

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“Acknowledging, understanding, and confronting biases and the inequalities is the way to move forward, it’s this which catalyses words into action.” Creating systemic change requires bold action to breakdown barriers for women entering and succeeding in STEM. Teachers can be … Continued
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
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
How do scientists know evolution is real?

How do scientists know evolution is real?

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Word Count: 791 The idea of evolution – that species change and evolve over time – is the foundation of biology. But how do scientists actually know it’s real? Use this article with students to discuss evolution by natural selection … 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
A new ‘iron dragon’ pterosaur

A new ‘iron dragon’ pterosaur

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Word Count: 403 and 720 A newly described species suggests that Aussie pterosaurs might have lived longer than we thought. Use both articles to show students the scientific developments around fossils and evolution happening in Australia. It would be suited … Continued
Earliest life found in ancient Aussie rocks

Earliest life found in ancient Aussie rocks

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Word Count / Video Length: 495 The Pilbara’s famous stromatolites finally give up their secret. This fascinating discovery could be used with students studying Biological, Chemical or Earth and Space Sciences in years 4, 5, 7, 8, and 10. It … Continued
Biophilia: the concept of nature in design

Biophilia: the concept of nature in design

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Word Count / Video Length: 248 / 8:45 mins By using biophilia and adding nature into our urban landscape designs, we could do wonders for our physical and mental health. This beautiful video and secondary article could be used to … Continued