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STEAM Report (1) 2020
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Creating augmented reality learning objects for positive learning outcomes
The purpose of this article is to provide a means by which educators and students can utilise the benefits of AR.  We provide insight into how learners and educators can successfully create their own learning objects or incorporate a wide array of 3-dimensional visuals, sounds, and images. Read more

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Introducing data literacy
In a Q&A with Jordan Morrow, Global Head of Data Literacy, Qlik, we look at how data literacy can be incorporated into classrooms and how some are doing it now. Read more

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Generous grants mark National Science Week
Forensic science, ocean sustainability and pop-up health lab projects are among those being funded by the Government’s 2020 National Science Week Grants.
   Some 33 projects across Australia will share in $500,000 of funding to support creative and engaging events during National Science Week in August.
   One is a health education clinic and pop-up lab, HealthLab which is hitting the road in the Northern Territory, as well as a week-long program of events on the Gold Coast that look into the cutting-edge science of ocean sustainability.
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How to harness Sphero
Sphero products of are of exceptional quality, highly adaptable and plenty of fun to use. I use Sphero SPRK+ across multiple age groups. Little Learners (Pre-Prep) used the technology to experience robotics first-hand. In Prep the students made Sphero puppets. Read more

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Leading in a world of exponential technologies
As humans we are designed to think in linear terms. This produces a paradox for educational leaders. It is very hard for us to see what is about to happen as all we can draw on is what has happened which has largely been linear.
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Code Jumper teaches blind kids to code
Code Jumper assists 7-11 year olds, regardless of their level of vision, to learn the basics of computer coding and programming skills. Read more

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Five ways technology will transform education
Technology has always been seen as a silver bullet when it comes to disrupting or completely transforming traditional industries. Human potential ­­– the way we share, connect, buy, sell, travel –  is so closely associated with big leaps in technology, that many are waiting to see what learning will look like by 2030. Read more