During the week myself and Dean took a group of students down to Macquarie University for an extension learning experience. Places were limited in the centre so we took the students who had shown the most enthusiasm for the subject of technology this term. We visited the Mac ICT space where … [Read more...] about STEM in Sydney
Joining the Twittersphere
I joined Twitter 4-5 years ago and never really took to the platform. It just seemed very haphazard and random. Recently I have been searching the web for cutting edge educators to find out what people are doing to improve teaching and coaching practices. I have found that most leading edge … [Read more...] about Joining the Twittersphere
The pros and cons of working in sport
I have had a number of conversations with my high college students lately to get an idea of what they want to do when they leave college - no pressure on them I might add, I just wanted to get a feel for their dreams and aspirations. A common theme for students is working in the sports industry; … [Read more...] about The pros and cons of working in sport
The revamped HSC
Last week I was fortunate enough to attend a BOSTES feedback session regarding the changes to the HSC for science. Any proposed changes to the HSC have traditionally become drawn-out affairs where everyone has an opinion and nothing good ever gets done. These changes are different and they are … [Read more...] about The revamped HSC
What exactly is STEM ?
The common adage is that one should never discuss religion, politics or money in public spaces. I have noticed though that no one ever comments on my blog posts, so it’s time to talk a little politics (and what is happening in Stage 4). I'm only a young lad at the tender age of 27 though I'm old … [Read more...] about What exactly is STEM ?
Playing Against IFS Students
There is a huge emphasis at CCSC on students being the best they can be in all aspects of life. With that in mind I have taken on a few personal goals over recent months. It occurred to me during the last summer holidays that while I was asking for the best of my students in everything they do, I … [Read more...] about Playing Against IFS Students