The Digital Technologies Hub
Some time ago while I was out running I received a phone call from Chris Harte (educational consultant) to talk about the development of the...
Micro:Bit Holiday Fun!
The first two days of the holidays saw the students from St Aidan’s and local schools participate in a Jr Engineers holiday program, learning...
Author Visits are Special!
We were fortunate to have Felice Arena visit our school to inspire our girls from Year 4 to Year 6 to read and delve into...
3D Printing and HTML & CSS
Students observed the structures in their immediate environment, both natural and man-made. Using Splat3D the students experimented drawing 3D shapes and then building on...
Implementing the Digital Technologies Curriculum
At the end of last year, I attended an extremely worthwhile workshop looking at the Digital Technologies Curriculum and how it can be implemented...
Creativity with Technology.
Last term the girls researched the history and difference between eTextiles and wearable technology. They spent some time learning simple sewing, running stitch, chain...
Our First LEGO League Journey
A few months ago I approached my principal about entering a team into the First LEGO League competition, as always, she was very supportive....
Creating with CoSPaces and Metaverse
VR and AR enhances learning experiences for students. If you have used either of these realities, you will most certainly agree. Different subjects can...
Robots as Companions
Robot technology is our future. We are seeing more and more in every industry. Therefore, it is perfect that institutions like The Cube QUT...
STEM ideas for Year 1 & 2
Children learn through play and discovery. Providing curious and interesting activities gives students opportunities to share their understanding and build on previous knowledge and...