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Ocean plastics (Years 3-6) (Stage 2, Stage 3)
Aug
Learn about Sustainability and Ocean Plastic, one of the worst types of pollution affecting our oceans and coastlines.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
Join the education team at the Australian National Maritime Museum to learn about how plastic waste is affecting marine life and habitats. Students will also go on a virtual visit to our wharf to discover how innovative technology like the Seabin can help clean up the ocean and learn about some of the simple things we can all do to make a difference! Register you interest now for this live webinar.
You can also let us know if there are any topics you would like to see by completing a short survey here.
This session will start at 2pm for all states observing Australian Eastern Standard Time (NSW, ACT, Qld, Vic & Tas), 1.30pm for Schools in SA and NT and 12 midday for WA. Please contact us if you would like to enquire about a session to suit your local timezone.
Australian Curriculum Links:
Year 3 – Science and Technology
Science and Understanding – Biological sciences
• Living things can be grouped on the basis of observable features and can be distinguished from non-living things (ACSSU044)
Science as Human Endeavour – Use and influence of science
• Science knowledge helps people to understand the effect of their actions (ACSHE051)
Year 4 – Science and Technology
Science and Understanding – Biological sciences
• Living things depend on each other and the environment to survive (ACSSU073)
Science as Human Endeavour – Use and Influence of Science
• Science knowledge helps people to understand the effect of their actions (ACSHE062)
Year 4 – Geography
• The importance of environments, including natural vegetation, to animals and people (ACHASSK088)
• The use and management of natural resources and waste, and the different views on how to do this sustainably (ACHASSK090)
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? Yes
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Australian National Maritime Museum
Event Details
Date & Time
10-Aug-2022 02:00PM + Google Calendar + iCal Export
Event Type
Live Event - Scheduled
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
Free
Curriculum
Primary
Syllabus Outcomes
Australian Curriculum Links: Year 3 - Science and Technology Science and Understanding - Biological sciences • Living things can be grouped on the basis of observable features and can be distinguished from non-living things (ACSSU044) Science as Human Endeavour - Use and influence of science • Science knowledge helps people to understand the effect of their actions (ACSHE051) Year 4 - Science and Technology Science and Understanding - Biological sciences • Living things depend on each other and the environment to survive (ACSSU073) Science as Human Endeavour - Use and Influence of Science • Science knowledge helps people to understand the effect of their actions (ACSHE062) Year 4 - Geography • The importance of environments, including natural vegetation, to animals and people (ACHASSK088) • The use and management of natural resources and waste, and the different views on how to do this sustainably (ACHASSK090)
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Science and Tech
Will This Event Be Recorded?
No
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Teachers and Students are encouraged to watch this Zoom live event in their classrooms and students can also participate if learning from home. This requires a computer with internet connection. You will not be using your camera or mic, questions can be typed into the Q&A
Connecting To The Event
Closer to the date you will be asked register with zoom to receive an email with a link to view this program
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to email our team at [email protected]
We look forward to talking to you and your students.