Year 3-6 STEM

Program description

This professional development has been designed for Year 3-6 teachers who want to combine Science and Design and Technologies in their curriculum.

Join us for individual workshops or complete the whole series. Here’s the 2023 Calendar.

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. Not a member? Join here

STEM for Waterways (Year 3-6)

Melbourne Zoo
Wednesday 7 June 2023, 9.30am - 3pm

During this one-day workshop, you will:

• Learn how to teach real and integrated STEM projects
• Experience activities that connect your students to local waterways
• Explore Melbourne Zoo and learn about animal adaptations and life cycles
• Talk with Zoo Teachers and other classroom teachers

Recognition: certificate for 5 hours of PD
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: 2.1, 3.2, 3.4

To request a booking and advise any dietary requirements, click the ‘Request Booking’ button or call 1300 966 784.

We require a minimum of 10 people to go ahead. Cancellation of the event will be made 7 days prior if the minimum is not met.

STEM and Design Thinking (Year 3-6 STEM)

On-demand at a time that suits you
Free for everyone

During this PD, you will:

• Learn how to teach about animals using STEM lessons and activities
• Discover how students can design and communicate ideas that solve real problems
• Watch behind-the-scenes zoo videos

Recognition: certificate for 1 hour of PD
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: 2.1, 3.2, 3.4

Use this PD to participate in the STEM Design Challenge

Marine Guardians (Year 3-6 STEM)

On-demand at a time that suits you
Free for Zoos Victoria members

During this online PD, you will:

• Learn how to teach about marine animal features, adaptations, life cycles and habitats
• Discover how to use STEM knowledge and skills to protect animals in the wild
• Watch behind-the-scenes zoo videos

Recognition: certificate for 1 hour of PD
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: 2.1, 3.2, 3.4

Year 3-6 Science and Geography

Integrate STEM with other learning areas.

Access a range of Zoos Victoria professional development that will build your confidence and ability to combine STEM with other subjects like Geography.

Fighting Extinction Schools Mentoring

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