Year 7-10 STEM

Program description

This professional development has been designed for teachers who want to use real-world contexts to improve Year 7-10 students’ STEM knowledge and skills.

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 and Design Thinking (Year 7-10 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 7-10 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 adaptations, classifications and food webs
• Discover how to use STEM knowledge and skills to protect animals in the wild
• Watch behind-the-scenes zoo videos
• A range of activities that you can use right away

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

Year 7-10 Science

Discover how to teach Biology using real-world inquiry and ethical concepts.

Access a range of Zoos Victoria professional development that will build your confidence and ability to teach Year 7-10 Science.

Fighting Extinction Schools Mentoring

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