Year 3-6 Geography

Program description

This professional development has been designed for Year 3-6 teachers who want to include real-world content in their Geography lessons.

Join us for individual workshops or complete the whole series.

You will grow your knowledge, teaching skills and confidence:

• Gain ideas for sparking student interest and curiosity
• Learn up-to-date information and real-world examples
• Discover real ways to consolidate student learning
• Access lesson plans and resources that you can use right away  

Cost

This series is free for Zoos Victoria members (except for the Teacher Member Movie Night). Not a member? Join here

Teacher Tribe Movie Night

Melbourne Zoo
Friday 8 April, 5.30-9.00pm
Tickets $20 each

Filmed in the magnificent Australian Alps, the documentary Where the Water Starts focuses on:

• The animals and habitats within Kosciuszko National Park
• Caring for Country as a shared responsibility of all Australians
• Aboriginal connection and regenerative science can work together for a better future for people and animals

You will be inspired to teach your students about this wonderful part of Australia through the Science and Geography curriculum.

Recognition: certificate for 3.5 hours of PD
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: 2.1, 3.4, 6.2, 7.4

Book tickets online or call 1300 966 784 to book your place.
Bring your own picnic. Food and non-alcoholic drinks will also be available for purchase on the night.

Living Sustainably (Year 3-4 Geography)

Healesville Sanctuary
Tuesday 16 August, 9.30-3.00

During this one-day workshop, you will:

• Learn how to include Aboriginal perspectives about sustainability in Year 3-4 Geography
• Experience activities that investigate the importance of environments to people and animals
• Explore Healesville Sanctuary and learn real-life Geography skills
• Talk with Zoo Teachers and other classroom teachers

Recognition: certificate for 5 hours of PD
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: 3.2, 2.4, 6.2

Call 1300 966 784 to book your place and let us know your dietary requirements.

If this workshop is not able to be held face-to-face, it will be hosted online.

Working with Fire (Year 5-6 Geography)

Healesville Sanctuary
Thursday 27 October, 9.30-3.00

During this one-day workshop, you will:

• Learn how to teach Year 5-6 students about bushfires and how people work together to help wildlife
• Experience activities that investigate the influence of Aboriginal peoples on the environment
• Explore Healesville Sanctuary and learn real-life Geography skills
• Talk with Zoo Teachers and other classroom teachers

Recognition: certificate for 5 hours of PD
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: 3.2, 2.4, 6.2

Call 1300 966 784 to book your place and let us know your dietary requirements.

If this workshop is not able to be held face-to-face, it will be hosted online.

Aboriginal Cultures and Sustainability (Year 3-6 Geography)

On-demand at a time that suits you.

During this online PD, you will:

• Learn how to weave Aboriginal cultures and sustainability into your teaching of Geography
• Discover real-world examples of how people care for the land and animals
• Watch behind-the-scenes zoo videos

Recognition: certificate for 1 hour of PD
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: 3.2, 3.4, 6.2

Fighting Extinction Schools Mentoring

Design or enhance educational programs for your class with the support of a highly skilled Zoo Teacher.