Podcast: Supporting teaching with Rob McTaggart
February 14, 2025
Teaching is complex and comes with complex challenges. Today we speak with Rob McTaggart, highly experienced STEM innovation lead & founder of Slam Education. From challenges in the classroom to navigating huge workloads & stress, we can come together to support each other.
Podcast: STEM MAD with Shelley Waldon
November 16, 2024
STEM MAD is designed to acknowledge and promote STEM learning initiatives that address real-world problems and demonstrate how students in Catholic schools take action that matters. We talk with Shelley Waldon who initiated this program in 2018.
Teach about AI using Jam Sandwiches
October 13, 2024
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is confusing. Especially when you consider the pace at which AI is moving and the wide variety of versions out there. So with this in mind, let's help students understand the basics of algorithms and feedback loops inherent in AI by adapting a classic in-classroom activity... with...
Podcast: Philosophy for Children with Kate Kennedy White
May 29, 2024
How do we help students think deeply about their world? Learn from accredited Philosophy teacher trainer Kate Kennedy White from Kinder Philosophy about the impact of helping students to question and think analytically, something highly applicable in every subject!
How Science Drives Literacy and Numeracy
May 1, 2024
Many learners love science but what if we use science experiments as a hook for English and Mathematics lessons? Beyond its inherent fascination, science can also serve as a springboard to enhance literacy and numeracy skills, critical areas of leaning for life.
The Power of Provocations in Teaching
November 11, 2023
Provocations are powerful tools in the classroom. It is also ok if the provocation creates disagreement! We look at how provocations create engaged learners.
Observation in nature – a skill for students
July 11, 2023
When it comes to observing nature and learning about the environment using their senses, there are several skills that students can practice. We look at some simple steps you can take to build their observational skills.
Podcast: CSIRO Space and Astronomy with Robert Hollow
June 28, 2023
Robert Hollow has been involved in astronomy education outreach for many years. We discuss his thoughts on how to teach radioastronomy as well as the work he is involved with in the PULSE@Parkes project and more!
Podcast: Teaching Earth science with Dr Indrani Mukherjee
June 23, 2023
Join Superstar of STEM, Dr Indrani Mukherjee as we discuss the importance of the Earth Sciences for our world and describes her passion for helping people to get involved in STEM.
How to create an effective scope and sequence for teaching science in primary school
March 31, 2023
So you've got to create a scope and sequence for a science unit, but how can you make this an effective unit of work? This requires careful planning and consideration of the student's needs and abilities. Here are some steps to help you create an effective scope and sequence
Steps to create a unit of work for a primary science classroom
March 30, 2023
Creating a unit of work for a primary science classroom involves careful planning and preparation. With some work and input from your colleagues, you can find this to be highly rewarding both for your students and to you!
How to incorporate cross-curricula teaching in a primary science unit of work
March 25, 2023
Cross-curricular teaching can be a great way to help students make connections between different subject areas and deepen their understanding of the topics they are studying. We look at some strategies to employ!
Easter Science Experiments – just for fun!
March 21, 2023
Easter-themed science experiments! Easter is a great time to incorporate science experiments into your curriculum or even at home. Here are some favourites :)
I just wanted to pass on how much the staff and students really enjoyed it and how perfect it was to launch our science week activities. The students were enthralled, educated and entertained – a perfect trifecta!
-Caulfield Grammar School – Big Science Big FunThanks so much for presenting at our school on Monday. Our students enjoyed the show.
-Greenvale Primary School – Big Science Big FunFizzics Education curated a thoughtful and hands-on experience for the children, incorporating practical, skill-based learning activities and followed by a science presentation at the end of the event involving liquid nitrogen. This was delivered safely and effectively, capturing both the children and the parents for the duration of the presentation.
-Macquarie Bank – Family Fun DayFizzics Education ran a show today at our school and it was wonderful. He was a great facilitator and the show was age appropriate and well done.
-Mount Zion Early learning centre – Little Science Big FunI just wanted to pass on how much the staff and students really enjoyed it and how perfect it was to launch our science week activities. The students were enthralled, educated and entertained – a perfect trifecta!
-Caulfield Grammar School – Big Science Big FunThanks so much for presenting at our school on Monday. Our students enjoyed the show.
-Greenvale Primary School – Big Science Big FunFizzics Education curated a thoughtful and hands-on experience for the children, incorporating practical, skill-based learning activities and followed by a science presentation at the end of the event involving liquid nitrogen. This was delivered safely and effectively, capturing both the children and the parents for the duration of the presentation.
-Macquarie Bank – Family Fun DayFizzics Education ran a show today at our school and it was wonderful. He was a great facilitator and the show was age appropriate and well done.
-Mount Zion Early learning centre – Little Science Big Fun