Publications and resources

These student activity cards have ideas for doing science at home.

Cracking Codes [PDF 432 KB] (Mathematics) – Learn about a simple coding device using a Caesar Cipher.
Penguin Parents [PDF 356KB] (Biology) – Learn how penguins cope with extreme weather when rearing their young.
It is Rocket Science [PDF 370KB] (Physics) – Learn about Newton’s Laws and how rockets work.
Criminal Ink [PDF 432KB] (Chemistry) – Solve a crime using simple chromatography.

Cabbage Chemistry [PDF 368KB] (Chemistry) – Investigate acids and bases using red cabbage indicator.
Build a Hovercraft [PDF 487KB] (Physics) – Investigate forces using this simple activity.
Mummified Heads [PDF 428KB] (Biology) – Use desiccants to mummify an apple.
Finding Pi with Darts [PDF 490KB] (Mathematics) – Use random chance to calculate probability results.

These teacher resource cards use the Australian Curriculum to give ideas on how to make use of an In2science mentor in the classroom.

Year 7 – Buckle Up [PDF 236KB] – Explores the them of seatbelts and other car safety features.
Year 8 – Bone Wars [PDF 275KB] – Explores the discovery of dinosaurs and how our understanding of them has developed over time.
Year 8 and 9 – Product Testing [PDF 302KB] – Explores a variety of topics on the theme of product testing.
Year 9 – Atomic People [PDF 210KB] – Examines how the human understanding of atoms has developed over the past 3000 years.
Year 10 – Genethics [PDF 226KB] – Explores and examines the ethical issues connected with genetic engineering.
Year 10 – Stop in Time [PDF 307KB] – Explores the theme of speed and stopping distances.

Victorian Curriculum
Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (VTLM)
Khan Academy – Provides free tutorials on a range of topics including science and maths.
Arc – A great DET resource for teachers and students relating to all aspects of the curriculum. It includes lots of links to resources here in Victoria.
RMIT University Learning Lab – Free online resource with tutorials, tips and videos for mathematics, chemistry, study skills as well as assessment tasks and writing skills.

Australian Academy of Science – Promoting excellence in Australian science.
National Geographic – The latest news and stories about our planet.
ABC Science – Good to subscribe to their regular emails for the latest science news.
ABC Education – Interactive website with games, tutorials, and video clips on the national curriculum.
Quantum Victoria – A specialist science and mathematics centre with programs in STEM, based at Charles La Trobe College, Melbourne.

Ecolinc – A specialist science centre with programs that offer a range of ecology based programs, based at Bacchus Marsh College.
Gene Technology Access Centre – A specialist science centre with programs in cell and molecular biology, based at University High School, Melbourne.
BioLAB – A specialist science centre with programs in bioscience, based at Belmont High School, Geelong.

Geoscience Australia – Great resources for both students and teachers.
Earth Ed – A specialist science centre with programs in earth sciences, based at Mount Clear College, Ballarat.

Victorian Space Science Education Centre (VSSEC) – A specialist science centre which promotes engaging science education, based at Strathmore Secondary College.
Practical Physics (UK) – Great set of resources from the Nuffield Foundation for teachers of physics.
Institute of Physics (UK) – Great site for all things physics.

The Mathematical Association of Victoria – Useful resources and up to date information on mathematics teaching.
Interactive Mathematics (USA) – Covers a range of topics in a highly interactive format (secondary).

Science and Technology Education Leveraging Relevance (STELR)
Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) – Hands on, inquiry based in-curriculum program for year 9 and 10 students.
Primary Connections – Linking science with literacy (prep to grade 6).
Science by Doing – Engaging students with science (years 7 to 10).