The Science Connections team at the Academy includes expert educators with an array of professional experience, diverse knowledge and skillsets, and a passion for working alongside teachers. We have worked in a variety of education settings, nationally and internationally, in primary and secondary schools, cultural institutions, research organisations and tertiary settings including initial teacher education and research.
- Helen Silvester, Learning Area Manager Science, Australian Academy of Science
- Jennifer Lawrence, Senior Education Officer, Australian Academy of Science
Science Connections is also supported by a diverse group of academics and educators who provide feedback and guidance on the design and development of our resources. Our current advisors include:
- Professor Russell Tytler, Alfred Deakin Professor and Chair in Science Education at Deakin University
- Associate Professor Peta White, Associate Professor in science and environmental education at Deakin University
- Professor Vaille Dawson, Professor of Science Education, Graduate Research Coordinator, University of Western Australia
- Dr Andrew Dowdy, Associate Professor in Climate Science Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Melbourne
- Dr Frazer Thorpe, Education and Engagement Manager for the ARC Centre of Excellence in Plants for Space, La Trobe University
Australian Academy of Science Fellows have also provided advice to the development of these resources:
- Professor Alan Andersen FAA, Professor, Research Excellence and Impact (Office of Research & Innovation), Professor, Terrestrial Invertebrates (Research Institute for the Environment & Livelihoods) at Charles Darwin University and Chair, Territory Science Forum, Northern Territory
- Professor David Lindenmayer, AO, FAA, FAAS, FESA, FRZNSW, Distinguished Professor, The Fenner School of Environment and Society, Australian National University, Canberra
As part of producing these educational resources, Science Connections works with some of Australia's prominent scientists and research groups, including:
Acknowledgements
We would also like to thank teachers at Wanniassa School for their support in the design and testing of the new Science Connections sequences. If your school is interested in being part of future field tests, please sign up to be involved.