The ME Program is one of the Major Sponsors for the 2016 National Schools Poster Competition.
The National Poster Competition can be easily adapted to the work completed by your iSTEM students as well as Science, Mathematics and Technological and Applied Studies.
For those already familiar with the competition, key new aspects are listed below under further key points^^
WHAT: Project-based learning activity involving teams of 2 to 5 school students creating an informative poster presentation addressing a practical research question on an area of interest to them and utilising the collection, presentation and interpretation of data.
WHEN: Due by 10 November, 2016. May commence any time.
HOW: FREE Registration and online submission at https://www.ssaipostercomp.info/
WHY: This fun and engaging activity:
WHO: Open to primary and secondary schools. Years 3-12.
SUPPORT: Facilitators may be available to attend schools and assist; please identify interest for such via the free online registration.
PRIZES: For students & schools for each division, and certificates for all
^^Further key points (see http://www.ssaipostercomp.info/ for more details):
Coordinator: Dr Peter Howley, The University of Newcastle. E: peter.howley@newcastle.edu.au