What is a fish? What does the marine food web look like? And what is the impact of overfishing on the ocean ecosystem? In this virtual lesson to celebrate National Science Week students will learn about fish adaptations, the marine food web, and why Ending Overfishing is essential for the future of our big blue…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Robogals Science Challenge 2020
The Robogals Science Challenge is online STEM competition for female and gender-diverse students aged 5-15. The challenge aims to inspire students to explore various STEM projects, and create short ‘show and tells’ of their discoveries. The challenge involves completing Minor Challenge, and then completing a Major Challenge investigating a STEM area of their choice. Students can…
Techtrails Online: Marine Science
Techtrails Online is a series of online modules featuring links to future careers and video content showcasing inspiring female STEM role models. Free to access and easy to use, with modules covering a range of themes, you can learn about the technology used in industries from marine science, and farming, to virtual reality, space and…
Marine Scientist Webinar: Coral
Ever wanted to know more about life on a marine research vessel or the real facts about rays and sharks or perhaps awesome info about coral? Email your questions before Thursday 20 August then register to join one or all three Zoom webinars to join in. Did you know that corals are plants, animals and…
Marine Scientist Webinar: Sharks and rays
Ever wanted to know more about life on a marine research vessel or the real facts about rays and sharks or perhaps awesome info about coral? Email your questions before Thursday 20 August then register to join one or all three Zoom webinars to join in. The liver of a shark is a third the…
CSIRO Chief Executive, Dr Larry Marshall, at the National Press Club
Mission possible – A vision for Australia’s recovery and future resilience Watch live on ABC TV or on iview. Following his reappointment, CSIRO Chief Executive Dr Larry Marshall outlines his perspective on the critical role of science and technology in driving Australia’s COVID-19 recovery efforts and the power of bold, visionary collaboration to build our future resilience and solve our…
kidsQs (podcast) – suitable for classrooom use
kidsQs is a podcast by kids, for kids. From climate change and science, to technology and current issues in the news, kidsQs is an interactive podcast for curious young minds. Each week our co-hosts, Kate and Dylan, will ask an EXPERT for the answers to your burning questions. Check out our podcasts on space, robots,…
Thylacine Hair: New observations
A recent conservation treatment of a newly discovered Thylacine skin has provided an important opportunity to document the appearance and structure of Thylacine hair. This session will describe the history of the skin (now in the collection of the National Museum of Australia) and using newly recorded SEM and microscopy images, and live microscopy, will…
Coding, Robotics and 3D design classes for kids with Robofun
Discover STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) online this National Science Week through Robofun’s live and interactive robotics, coding and 3D design classes. Our after school classes are facilitated by our experienced Robofun instructors via Zoom. In our 60-minute classes, students will develop their creativity and problem-solving skills in working towards a specific project. …
Digital Forests at Bournda EEC
Digital photography is a great medium for students to find a connection with the natural world around them. During this National Science Week program students will use iPads to learn methods and techniques of digital photography, photo editing and visual text construction. After exploring the forests and lake environments around the centre, students will select…