STEM 2024 REGIONAL EVENT
STEM 2024 – University of Newcastle
REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN!
Take part in the STEM 2024 University of Newcastle professional learning event, for an inspiring day of STEM exploration! With keynote plenary sessions from renowned experts including Professor Eddie Woo, Professor Jenny Gore, , and more. Plus deep dive workshops, and a mini expo showcasing the latest STEM innovations, it’s the perfect opportunity to connect with experts, network with peers, and enhance your STEM knowledge and skills.
Date: Friday 6 December, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM AEST
Location: University of Newcastle, Callaghan Campus
Event Type: Professional Learning Event
Cost (Non NSW Department of Education): $110 incl. GST
Cost (NSW Department of Education): $55 incl. GST(Tickets 50% funded by NSW Department of Education, STEM Enrichment Team)
We look forward to seeing you there!
Proudly brought to you by the NSW Department of Education, STEM Enrichment team and University of Newcastle.
FEATURED DEEP DIVE SESSIONS
Learning through Collaborative Problem-Solving
Daniel Proctor DP – Instructional Leader, Gloucester High School
Jocelyn Wray-Davis – Science teacher, Gloucester High School
From dry to awesome – make STEM concepts come alive with random materials
Ben Newsome – Fizzics Education
Mars Rover Missions: Integrating the Giant Aldrin Maps and Lego Spike Prime Robotics
Shane Dryden – STEM Project Officer, Hunter Academy of STEM Excellence
Ben Moore – STEM Project Officer Newcastle, Academy of STEM Excellence
Leading Effective Curriculum Implementation (LECI) in STEM
Belinda Norrie – Curriculum Reform Adviser, Curriculum Secondary Learners
Sandra Moore – STEM Enrichment Adviser, Curriculum Secondary Learners
FREE is my Second Favourite ‘F’ Word
Brett Salakas – HP Education Ambassador
EXPO
Don’t miss the mini Expo where you can explore the latest innovations in STEM education! This exciting showcase will feature cutting-edge technology, products, and services from our sponsors. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or networking opportunities, the mini expo is the perfect place to see what’s next in STEM.
REGIONAL PROFESSIONAL LEARNING EVENT
STEM 2024 – Advanced Manufacturing in the Classroom: Integrating Cutting-Edge Technology into Education
Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to integrate advanced manufacturing technologies into your STEM curriculum. This hands-on session will engage participants with advanced manufacturing equipment and best practices for classroom implementation. Explore example units of work related to equipment available on EdBuy to enhance your teaching practices.
Date/Time: November 12th, 3:30pm-5:00pm
Location: LTBC
Event Type: Face to Face
Host: Hunter Academy of STEM Excellence
Contact: Shane Dryden Shane.Dryden1@det.nsw.edu.au
Register: Advanced Manufacturing in the Classroom: Integrating Cutting Edge Technology 101
REGIONAL PROFESSIONAL LEARNING EVENT
STEM 2024 – Primary Rover Build and Tinker Time
Learn how to guide HPGE students using the Aldrin Maps resources, including a tour of resource folders, a hands-on rover build, and a demonstration of rover functionality and firmware switching.
Date/Time: Thursday 4th July, 9:00am – 10:30am
Location: Maitland Public School
Event Type: Face to Face
Host: Hunter Academy of STEM Excellence
Contact: Shane Dryden Shane.Dryden1@det.nsw.edu.au
REGIONAL PROFESSIONAL LEARNING EVENT
STEM 2024 – Aldrin Maps Intro
Join our virtual session to explore the Aldrin Maps resources. We’ll provide a virtual tour, discuss key points, review the unit structure, and explain various rover build options. We’ll also cover firmware swapping for remote missions and guide you through the mission sequence document, codes, and videos.
Date/Time: Thursday 4th July, 9:00am – 10:30am
Event Type: Virtual
Host: Hunter Academy of STEM Excellence
Contact: Shane Dryden Shane.Dryden1@det.nsw.edu.au
REGIONAL PROFESSIONAL LEARNING EVENT
STEM 2024 – Train the Trainer – Aldrin Maps Deep Dive
Join our virtual session for an in-depth look at the Aldrin Maps unit and the Lego Spike Prime platform. We’ll cover technical aspects, provide a suggested PL agenda, offer a firmware changeover tutorial, and discuss remote activity delivery. Learn about Spike Prime firmware restoration, coding missions, mission sequences, and get started with the first missions.
Date/Time: Friday the 27th of September, 9am-12pm
Event Type: Virtual
Host: Hunter Academy of STEM Excellence
Contact: Shane Dryden Shane.Dryden1@det.nsw.edu.au
