Welcome to the Canterbury Science Teachers' Association

Last update: 16 August 2010.

 
 

CSTA Examinations Science L1 and Biology L2 Updated

  1. These examinations are now available. To maintain security payment must be made by school cheque and email delivery will be to staff using their school email addresses.

  2. Click here for the full details, pricing and order form.

  3. To order contact Peter van Leeuwen at p.jvl@scorch.co.nz


Draft Standards updated

  1. The draft Achievement Standards for L1 Science were updated on 31 May, along with exemplars. Go to

  2. www.tki.org.nz/e/community/ncea/sciences-lvl

TVNZ 7’s ‘Spotlight on Science + Technology’ for August

  1. During August, TVNZ 7 will be focusing on  science and technology with an exciting range of programmes, both local and international. TVNZ has partnered with the Ministry of Research, Science and Technology for the ‘Spotlight on Science + Technology’ month, and also with the Royal Society of New Zealand for a new 10-part series about New Zealand science.

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  3. The brand new commissioned show, called Ever Wondered?, showcases the work of New Zealand scientists and is presented by award winning young scientist Dr John Watt. The series has been developed in partnership with the Royal Society of New Zealand and screens in half-hour episodes, starting Saturday 7 August at 6.10pm. To find out more visit www.tvnz.co.nz/ever-wondered

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  5. Other programmes on TVNZ 7 during August include special episodes of the regular shows Back Benches and Media7 relating to the science and technology theme; the interview show Talk Talk featuring guests Dr Richard Faull and Dame Elizabeth Hanan; a TVNZ 7 Internet Debate; and a Science Made Simple series comprising short explanations to demystify science and technology terms playing throughout the month.

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  7. International documentaries , including series from the BBC, will also screen including The Story of Science, Virtual Revolution, Wonders of the Solar System and Naturally Obsessed: The Making of a Scientist.  Find out more at http://tvnz.co.nz/spotlight

  8. Jessie McKenzie
    Teaching and Learning Specialist, RSNZ


Looking for acid - base examples?

  1. Visit National Radio’s ‘Nine to Noon’ great podcasts at www.radionz.co.nz/podcasts

  2. The particular podcast is called Australia's "Goddess of Clean" and played at 11.20am on Tuesday 11 May 2010.


  4. Description

  5. Australian queen of clean and author of the book 'Stainless'. The daughter of an industrial chemist and engineer, Shannon is a self described workaholic who survives on a few hours sleep. She juggles several jobs as an author, broadcaster, chemical expert, fine arts restoration business, artist and she contributes to 16 radio shows a week and two television shows.


  7. Review

  8. A great example of how a basic knowledge of acids, bases, solubility and simple testing can be of use. Very well told.

  9. The terms of use are on National Radio’s  website - D.R.

CSTA disagrees with Ministry decision to reduce funding for Science Advisors

  1. The committee of the CSTA has written twice to the Minister of Education expressing its concern over recent government education policies, specifically as they relate to the sciences.

  2. Click here for the full details

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Marking Opportunities New

  1. Be sure and visit NZQA’s website for a list of marking opportunities in your area.