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Issue 6: August 2023

Welcome to Term 3. We are pleased to share with you our CSIRO Education and Outreach updates to kick off your second half of the year.

We are fast approaching National Science Week; hopefully you will have received in your inbox already a special edition email sharing some of CSIRO's upcoming events. Visit our website for more information. 

Our regular programming is also thriving this term; read on to learn about new resources, professional learning opportunities, and a special offer from CSIRO Publishing. 

What does a space career look like?

Discover more about the myriad careers possible in the space industry on the Space Careers Wayfinder. Twelve video showcases share insights from thirteen individuals who have embarked on a career in the space industry, from science communicators to innovators and entrepreneurs. Supported by classroom-ready materials, these resources are suitable for career counsellors and teachers alike, lending themselves to many areas of the curriculum including history, civics and citizenship, and geography.

Find out more about these programs:

Introduction to CREST professional learning

Are you new or ready for a refresher in open inquiry? The Introduction to CREST professional learning e-module will build your capacity in facilitating open inquiry, and demonstrate how the CREST program can support students to develop STEM skills through inquiry. The module is suitable for all primary and secondary teachers.

STEM Professionals in Schools info session

Are you a teacher or industry professional interested in joining the STEM Professionals in Schools program? Join our Information Session on Wednesday 13 September, 4pm AEST to find out more about the program and the benefits of school-industry partnerships.

#WithSTEMyoucan

#WithSTEMYouCan is inviting you to join the campaign! Visit our website, share our content and remember to use the hashtag to showcase all the exciting work that’s happening across the fields of science, technology, engineering and maths. The campaign website also has several helpful resources for teachers, and parents and families on how to best engage teenagers in STEM.

Join us

Teacher Professional Learning:

Taming evil genius – Tools to teach responsible innovation

On Tuesday 8 August, 4-5pm AEST, delve into the world of Responsible Innovation in this interactive, virtual workshop. Teachers will be able to help their students understand the impacts any innovation, invention, or idea can have on society and understand the wide net of stakeholders in play.

Intro to Machine Learning and AI

Working with Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a crucial skill of the future for many of today’s students. This session on Monday, 14 August, 4-5pm AEST is a crash course introduction to these important concepts, suitable for teachers of all year levels.

Boost business with GenerationSTEM Links

Is your organisation looking for more innovative thinking in 2023? A promising undergraduate intern could be your answer. Generation STEM Links works with businesses across NSW to provide high quality internships to our community of highly skilled junior professionals. We provide end-to-end recruitment support, along with a $2,500 grant awarded to the business for each intern.

Learn more

Special offers

Short time only: Double Helix discount

CSIRO’s science magazine Double Helix is the perfect STEM inspiration for kids aged 8-14. Inside every issue you'll find articles, activities, puzzles, comics and prizes galore. Subscribe today and make science your superpower with $10 off a 12-month subscription to Double Helix Magazine when you use promo code SCIENCE23.

Get involved!

CSIRO will be celebrating National Science Week with a range of free, virtual activities showcasing some of the amazing innovation powering our future industries. Visit the website to find out more and to register. CSIRO are also proud to be partnering with the National Science Quiz for the first time in 2023. You can register for tickets to attend the live event in Melbourne or play along with your class via the YouTube Livestream on Sunday 27th August at 3.30pm.

Give your LinkedIn profile a boost

Did you know you can add your education program volunteering to your LinkedIn profile? Follow these three easy steps to update yours: 1. Within your LinkedIn profile, select ‘Add profile section’. 2. In the ‘Add to profile’ pop-up window under the ‘Additional’ drop down menu, select ‘Add volunteer experience.’ 3. Fill in the fields, selecting CSIRO as the organisation, Education as the cause, and enter your volunteer Role name (e.g. “STEM Professionals in Schools volunteer”). Once you’ve completed the fields ‘Save’ to publish!