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NSW Department of Education and Training

Curriculum support for NSW Public Schools

Science and Technology

 investigating scientifically

Investigating scientifically

Students participate in the process of investigation by observing, classifying, exploring, predicting, testing, modifying and applying understanding to reach a conclusion. Students develop skills in scientific investigation of physical phenomena, living things and earth and its surroundings. Read more

 
 
 
 design and make

Designing and making

Students learn to meet needs by applying a process of designing and making. They explore needs, generate ideas, model, test, produce and reflect. Students engage in practical experiences of designing and making in relation to products and services, information and communication and built environments. Read more

 
 
 
 professional learning 

Professional Learning for Science and Technology 2010: 

A range of professional learning events will be available for Semester 1, 2010. Plan your professional learning in curriculum by visiting and enroling for the events. Read more 

 
 
 
 primary connections 

PrimaryConnections

Linking science with literacy’ is an innovative approach to teaching and learning which aims to enhance primary school teachers’ confidence and competence for teaching science. Read more 

 
 
 
 KDC 

Kid's Design Challenge

The Kids' Design Challenge provides a unique opportunity for Stages 1 to 4 students (yrs 1 to 8) to participate in a real-life design tasks of importance to the community. Read more 

 
 
 
 assessment

Assessment planning in Science and Technology K-6: 

With the implementation of the Curriculum planning and programming, assessing and reporting to parents K–12 policy  a thorough approach to school planning is recommended that integrates assessment into the Science and Technology school plan and teaching programs. Read more

 
 
 
 environment 

Environmental and sustainability education

Resources for environmental and sustainability education. Read more

 
 
 
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