Inspire Your Learning

The goal of the Inspiring Australia strategy is to foster a society that values science, engages critically with scientific issues, encourages young people to pursue STEM careers, and attracts both national and international interest in science.

Our aim is to support teachers and educators in connecting with local STEM content and communities across Queensland.

Professional Development

Many providers offer professional development workshops for teachers and educators interested in STEM. For a comprehensive list of STEM programs in education, visit the STAR Portal, a resource provided by the Australian Office of the Chief Scientist.

Key STEM providers in Queensland include:

Incursion Program Providers

Many providers offer STEM programs that can be delivered directly at your school. For a comprehensive list of STEM programs in education, visit the STAR Portal, a resource provided by the Australian Office of the Chief Scientist.

Key providers in Queensland include:

Resources, Lessons, and Activities

Find STEM resources that are relevant to your teaching and your students’ interests. For a comprehensive list of STEM programs in education, visit the STAR Portal, a resource provided by the Australian Office of the Chief Scientist.

Key providers in Queensland include:

In Collaboration with Virtual Excursions Australia

Training sessions can be found below, or at Virtual Excursions Australia

Watch the Training Sessions

In response to the pandemic, Inspiring Australia teamed up with specialists in online education Virtual Excursions Australia to deliver a bespoke program to support those who deliver science engagement programs targeting the general community.


Download the Cheat Sheets Here!

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