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CSIRO Professionals in Schools (continued)
STEM Professionals in Schools is a free program that facilitates
flexible, ongoing partnerships between science, technology,
engineering and maths (STEM) professionals and primary and
secondary teachers in schools across Australia. Run by CSIRO
and funded by the Australian Government Department of
Education and Training, the program increases skills, knowledge
and confidence for teachers and STEM professionals, while
showcasing STEM as a potential career path for students.
Register today, or learn more by visiting the website: www.csiro.
au/en/Education/Programs/STEM-Professionals-in-Schools.
based responses, the application of scientific research skills,
data analysis, and many other areas associated with scientific
research and application.
Each partnership is unique, and its activities determined by the
partners’ combined expertise, curriculum needs, and availability.
The program is free to join, and supported by a national framework
and locally-based Project Officers who provide advice and
support, including resources and networking opportunities so
participants can get the most out of their partnership(s).
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