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SCIENCE EDUCATION


Primary Connections logoAn innovative and exciting new initiative linking the teaching of science with the teaching of literacy in Australian primary schools.



NOVA

Provides accurate and up-to-date information on scientific, mathematical, health and environmental issues in the news.



Interviews with Australian scientists

Transcripts of interviews with outstanding Australian scientists with accompanying teachers notes.



Science by Doing

An innovative program to increase engagement of secondary school students in their studies of science.



PRIMARY INVESTIGATIONS

A science program for the seven years of primary school. Based on an enquiry approach, students work in teams to carry out hands-on activities.



A celebration of recent Australian Nobel Prize-winning research.



Good science books

An annotated list of select titles for ages 3-12.



Biographical memoirs

Memoirs of Academy Fellows, as published in Historical Records of Australian Science.



Back to basics

Provides an excellent introduction to basic science concepts.



SATS

An annual event providing an opportunity for teachers to learn about cutting-edge science.



Eureka moments

Highlights from 50 years of Australian science.



About the Dome

The Dome is a Canberra landmark. Learn more about the history, design and construction of this futuristic building built in 1959.


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