To highlight some of the projects that began in 2006, we have interviewed a number of teachers. We hope these are insightful and provide some ideas you might like to try in your own school contexts.
Introduction
Debra Panizzon discusses the overall project focus of enhancing learning achievements in Mathematics and Science, and engaging students in Rural and Regional areas.
The Science project discussed here outlines ways of bridging the gap between primary and secondary school science as a means of engaging and motivating students.
This project investigates using technology to enhance mathematics teaching. Stage 4 & 5 teachers are using spreadsheets and dynamic geometry software in their teaching and learning.
The Mathematics project discussed here describes providing feedback and assessment information to Stage 5 students. This is to faciliate students in "taking charge" of their own learning.
This Science project describes increasing motivation and promoting the study of Science in Senior years, by portraying Science as relevant to rural employment and farm life.
This project describes the process of renewing Science programs to make them more relevant and enthuse Middle Years students. Renewed programs also sought to ensure students understood what high school Science is all about and what is required of students as learners in this new context.
