The possible reason girls are less likely to pick STEM careers

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
What climbing some of the world’s highest mountains taught heart researcher Nikki Bart

What climbing some of the world’s highest mountains taught heart researcher Nikki Bart

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“Mountaineering gives you the opportunity to challenge yourself and think outside the box – this experience helps me think laterally in the lab.” This fascinating article provides an insight into the work done by cardiologist, Dr Nikki Bart. It is … Continued
While some science stereotypes change, others confound kids’ ambition

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
Working in Robotics & Engineering – Systems Engineer

Working in Robotics & Engineering – Systems Engineer

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The Working In… series compiles a selection of fascinating STEM jobs in a multitude of fields. They are designed to highlight the variety of STEM careers available to students that they may not have considered, or been aware of before now. Find out … Continued
Science helps ensure The Scream continues

Science helps ensure The Scream continues

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Paint choice found to be a preservation problem in art conservation. This article demonstrates an application of science in a field often missed by students when considering STEM careers. This resource could be used alongside STEM Pack 6: Art Conservation … Continued
Best of: Specific Adaptations

Best of: Specific Adaptations

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Our best of series, published each week, collates our favourite and most popular resources for a particular topic. This week: Specific Adaptations for year 5 students studying Biological Sciences. Australian Curriculum Codes: ACSSU043 Year 5: "Living things have structural features … Continued
Mars rover’s methods for finding signs of life given Flinders Ranges test

Mars rover’s methods for finding signs of life given Flinders Ranges test

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Perseverance will soon head to Mars looking for life – now scientists have tested the same methods to look for evidence of the earliest forms of life on Earth. Use this article to bring space exploration closer to home for … Continued
In Class With… Climate Special

In Class With… Climate Special

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Get access to the biggest STEM names and brightest minds with our In Class With... series. Topics: Biological Sciences - Ecosystems, Living Things Earth and Space Sciences - Renewable/non-renewable resources, The Changing Earth Additional: Careers, Maths, Technology, Engineering Years: 4, … Continued
Australia has hundreds of programs to get women into STEM, but are they working?

Australia has hundreds of programs to get women into STEM, but are they working?

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“The lack of women in STEM jobs exacerbates the national skills shortage and dampens Australia’s potential to lead the way in transforming our current industries and creating new ones.” Australia's first Women In STEM Ambassador, Lisa Harvey-Smith discusses the importance … 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