Provocations are powerful tools in the classroom. It is also ok if the provocation creates disagreement! We look at how provocations create engaged learners.

Last week Ben Newsome was incredibly honoured to receive both the University of Technology Sydney Chancellor's Award for Excellence and the Faculty Award of Excellence: Science at the 2023 UTS Alumni Awards. Read more about these awards here.

Join the Fire-Ed Up challenge to explore the world of bushfires through STEM! Delve deep into their impacts, learn how STEM aids in mitigation, and be inspired for a future in bushfire management.

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.

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

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!

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-themed science experiments! Easter is a great time to incorporate science experiments into your curriculum or even at home. Here are some favourites :)

Simplicity is key for science lessons, no matter whether you're a science teacher, science communicator or otherwise.Here are key ideas for communicating science to all manner of audiences!

The Young Space Explorers webinar was a companion event for the New Space Workforce initiative. Hear from a NASA astronaut, NASA scientist, US National Labs & the Australian Space Agency about careers in space.

The 2025 International Aeronautical Congress will be in Sydney. So with this in mind, you can already be inspiring your students about space opportunities with some simple steps!

Ours truly is the technological age, and teaching children STEM subjects from an early age is an ideal way to ensure that these little ones are prepared to excel in the age of technology. We look at how to start them early!

As a teacher, you’re in a great position to help engage students in STEM and set them up for career success! We look at practical ideas to get you started.

As we continue to move more and more towards a high-tech, digital future, coding will only continue to become an essential and valuable skill. This means finding new and fun ways to get younger kids interested, and learning these skills is vital. Many children already show proficiency in STEM subjects,...