Indigenous Perspectives in primary science: The 5E model- Elaborate
Students plan and conduct a science investigation by extending their knowledge in an Indigenous context.
Indigenous Perspectives in primary science: The 5E model- Engage
Students show interest, ask questions, share what they think they know, and interact with science through Indigenous perspectives.
Indigenous Perspectives in primary science: The 5E model- Evaluate
Students re-represent their understanding and reflect on their learning journey. Teachers and AEIOs collect evidence about students' achievements.
Indigenous Perspectives in primary science: The 5E model- Explain
Teachers, AEIOs, Indigenous community members and students share ideas that support students' developing understanding of current scientific explanations and vocabulary. Students represent their understanding using literacy skills.
Indigenous Perspectives in primary science: The 5E model- Explore
Teachers, AIEOs, Indigenous community members and students explore a range of hands-on science phenomena through Indigenous perspectives. Students build on their literacy skills and various modes to represent their developing understanding.
Introduction to the Primary Connections Indigenous Perspectives Framework
Teachers and Aboriginal and Islander Education Officers (AIEOs) 'yarn' about the Primary Connections Indigenous Perspectives framework and the impact of its application in the classroom.
Planning science units using Primary Connections principles
Teachers describe how the 5E framework is used to plan units to address students' needs and interests.