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Posted Tuesday, 18 June 2019

Discussion is Critical to Understanding

Jodie talks about the importance of discussion in her class and how it leads to deeper understanding.

Educators

Posted Thursday, 6 June 2019

Do you make this mistake with word problems?

The vocabulary we use and how we look at language in maths problems can send really different messages to students around …

Company

Posted Tuesday, 28 May 2019

State STEM Strategy a Vital Boost for WA’s Future

The State STEM Strategy is a pathway for Western Australia to increase participation of under-represented and disadvantaged …

Educators

Posted Tuesday, 28 May 2019

Bananas, pizza and pies – Where’s the problem?

Hilary gives a deeply personal account of her journey as a reflective and continually improving maths teacher.

Community

Posted Wednesday, 22 May 2019

‘Science Rocks’ Albany Careers Expo

Over 500 students from the Great Southern attended talks, demonstrations, small group career advice and workshops with a …

Educators

Posted Thursday, 16 May 2019

Equality, Respect and Solving Problems in Groups

Lisa talks about promoting equality and respect between the students so that the groups could work more effectively.

Educators

Posted Tuesday, 7 May 2019

What’s the Most Efficient Solution?

Kate will walk you through how she has begun to emphasise the importance of mathematical efficiency in the classroom and …

Educators

Posted Thursday, 2 May 2019

Scitech and Alcoa Create Maths Champions

In this introduction to the blog, Shyam explains the research and background to the Alcoa Champions of Maths Program, which …

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Company

Posted Friday, 5 April 2019

A Step Closer to Scitech’s New State-of-the-Art Home

Scitech is excited by the recent steps taken by the State Government to find the best location for our new state-of-the-art …

Community

Posted Tuesday, 2 April 2019

WA students win Gold in Beijing

Held from March 23 to 26 at the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, students Violette Otto (Karratha Senior High …

Community

Posted Monday, 1 April 2019

‘Innovate and Create’ STEM program connects students, families and teachers

The April event at Baynton West Primary School demonstrated the importance of STEM education in the regions, helping to …

Have you seen the epic dinosaur footprints near Broome? These colossal fossils tell us about the Australia's dinosaur fauna 130 million years ago. Found on flat rock beds at the edge of the ocean, you can only see the footprints at low tide. 🦕 . 📸: @brodieraytopham . . . #broome #dinosaurfootprint #westernaustralia #thisiswa

The biggest fish in the sea! . Did you know that every whale shark has a unique spot pattern? Scientists and researchers can use the patterns to identitfy individuals, track their movements, and monitor shark populations. . 📸: @dylan.dehaas . . . #westernaustralia #thisiswa #ningaloo #whaleshark #justkeepswimming

We would love to know how we can help spark science curiosity and inspire our community during these challenging times. . What activities or resources are you looking for? Let us know in the comments below. 👇 . . . #kidsperth #scienceathome #STEMathome #socialdistancing

Earlier this month our Beyond the Beaker show joined forces with @aspireuwa and @icrargram to tour Midwest WA! Together we delivered an epic careers program for secondary students, and a community astronomy night. . Beyond the Beaker is made possible by our partnership with @chevron and promotes the importance of STEM in future careers. . . . #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #STEM #scienceontour #thisiswa

Engaging Western Australians in STEM

We're blurring the lines between art and #science. Join Ryan as we discover the science behind the harmonograph, an… https://t.co/TKgBwCHfDU

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7 April 2020
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