STEM

When connecting maths to the real world, how do you move from a chosen theme or context into something achievable for you and your learners? Dave Tout discusses.

How can we engage girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths? One school is tackling the issue full steam ahead.

Britt Gow recently read two books - one by Carol Dweck and the other by John Geake. Here, she elaborates on why she thinks they are worthwhile to a teacher’s professional learning.

Dave Tout discusses the first stage of connecting maths to the real world – negotiating a theme or context.

Christine Haynes recently tested out a wireless handheld microscope with Year 4 students. Here, she reflects on her experience with it and whether it could enhance students’ learning.

Britt Gow gives Teacher the lowdown on two books that she believes will change the way you teach.

What is photonics? And, how can you make it relevant to your students? Teacher turned to Australian photonics expert, Professor Tanya Monro, for help.

Christine Haynes reviews a robot construction kit, and discusses why robotics still appeals to tech-savvy teachers.

Modular kits can help students in the science classroom understand molecules, processes and forces that cannot be seen. Here, educator Britt Gow reviews a few ready-made kits.

More than 550 youngsters took part in the inaugural Australian STEM Video Game Challenge. Teacher takes a look at the winning entries.