ABC TV Education resources
http://www.abc.net.au/learn/learnabout/default.htm
This link will take you to the Education Resources site of ABC television. As well as offering many programs suitable for in-class learning,the ABC provides information on topics such as Australia’s Fossil History and Salinity.
Australian Conservation Foundation
http://www.acfonline.org.au/default.asp?section_id=4
Older students will benefit from a visit to the Australian Conservation Foundation’s website. The Publications section contains current information on the some of the most controversial environmental issues facing Australia today.
Australian Department of Environment and Heritage
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/ts-day/index.html
The Australian Department of Environment and Heritage
produces a Teacher’s Resource Kit every year aimed at 6 – 12
year olds, focused on Australia’s threatened species.
Australian Government Department of Environment and Heritage – Sustainable Schools
http://www.deh.gov.au/education/
There is an emerging focus on sustainability in schools and teachers can find information about what sustainability means, and the networks that exist, at this website. The website also includes information on international sustainability.
CSIRO School Program
http://www.csiro.au/csiro/channel/pchaq.html
CSIRO schoolprograms support primary and secondary science education.
Students can visit CSIRO Science Education Centres or join the Double Helix Club to get more involved in science.
Environmental Protection Agency and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services
http://www.epa.qld.gov.au/nature_conservation/cyberrangers/
Go to this address to access Cyber Rangers, an interactive
website for school students. From this page, students can also explore the information provided on the site, which includes an A-Z wildlife listing.
Landcare Australia Limited
http://www.landcareonline.com/page.asp?pID=72
Visit the Landcare Australia website to read about practical ways that schools are involved in Landcare activities. The site also includes information about Junior Landcare Grants and links to state based resources.
Primary Schools: Free Resources for Teachers
http://www.primaryschool.com.au
This website links to many organisations that provide free resources to teachers, in anumber of subject areas, including Environmental Education.
Topics currently covered include Energy and Climate Change,
Land Use, Oceans, Water Quality Management, and Wildlife.
Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Water
http://www.nrm.qld.gov.au/education/teachers/index.html
Visit the Department website for a current listing of resources available for schools. The list includes topics such as Catchment Management, Water Cycles and Dung Beetles, and each topic is aimed at particular levels and subject areas.
Queensland Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries
http://www2.dpi.qld.gov.au/kids/
Queensland’s AgAware project helps students gain insight into agriculture in Australia. Seven modules, which incorporate Queensland core learning outcomes, are available. The Department provides a suite of
other resources, including brochures, booklets and posters.
Weeds CRC "Weed Warriors"
http://www.weedwarriors.net.au/
The Weeds CRC encourages the involvement of children in tackling weeds in Australia. The website is student-friendly and focuses on hands-on learning about invasive pest plants. Schools can also join up as “Weed Warriors”.
