ASTA Position Paper Explores Future Directions for Science Education
on 01/06/2026
The Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA) has released a new position paper exploring how Australia can strengthen its long-term science capability through education reform. Titled Strengthening Australia’s Sovereign Science Capability Through Genuine Education Reform, the paper examines the relationship between student participation in senior science and mathematics, teacher workforce challenges,...
Phage Hunters: Authentic Microbiology in the Classroom
on 25/05/2026
Written by Andy Stone, Australian Science & Mathematics School Microbiology can be a challenging area for students to connect with; by its nature, it explores a world they cannot see. The Phage Hunters elective was designed to bridge that gap, allowing students to investigate the invisible world through authentic, research-based...
Exploring STEM Through the Stories of Scientists and Engineers
on 20/05/2026
Do you have learners in your classroom who prefer to read from hard copies rather than screens? Are you looking for a quick and easy resource to teach about the nature and development of STEM? Hilton Solyom’s series of short books on the contributions of famous scientists, engineers and mathematicians...
Roam Free Education
on 20/05/2026
Planning to travel with your school-aged children? Homeschooling or considering homeschooling? Roam Free Education can support your family’s learning journey. Founded by Bec, an experienced teacher with more than 20 years in education, Roam Free Education offers personalised support tailored to your needs. From curriculum-aligned learning resources and individualised learning...
Biodiversity Through Multiple Lenses in the Year 7 Classroom
on 18/05/2026
Written by Swati Salvi, Seymour College In Year 7 Science at Seymour College, our Biodiversity unit was designed to help students develop an understanding of ecosystems and environmental sustainability through both Western Scientific and Indigenous perspectives. Rather than treating Indigenous knowledge as an additional component, the unit intentionally integrated multiple...