Antarctic resources

Last update: 7 February 2012.

 

New Antarctic Resources

  1. Gateway Antarctica is the centre for Antarctic studies and research at the University of Canterbury, and as such plays a leading role in the quest for knowledge in a diverse range of national and international Antarctic research projects.


  3. As part of a bold and creative Outreach initiative by Gateway Antarctica  a new range of resources for teachers and students is being finalised and is currently being uploaded to The Antarctic Hub website antarctichub.org


  5. Each resource is planned as a two page photo-copyable document, which includes a practical task (often new) to reinforce the underlying scientific principles. The material is written for students and as such forms a ‘reader’ to improve literacy. The practicals are designed to be done in either primary or secondary classrooms (not just labs) or at home.


  7. Two exemplars are available to the right, relating to Antarctica's Recent Climate and The Sub Antarctic Islands. (Feedback appreciated: donald@imatters.co.nz)

Our Far South Updated with teacher support

  1. In February 2012 Gareth Morgan will be heading to Antarctica & the sub-Antarctic Islands to raise New Zealanders' awareness of the area & its importance.

  2. To follow this expedition of 50 New Zealanders and involve your classes visit www.ourfarsouth.org