Innovations

ASISTM Projects
Australian School Innovation in Science, Technology and Mathematics

The ASISTM Project aims to bring about real and permanent improvements to the ways in which science, technology and mathematics are taught. Project activities aim to enable schools to come together with industry, science organizations, universities and others to explore ways to encourage a culture of innovation, attract greater numbers of quality students into teaching, improve coordination between primary and high school curricula and provide positive role models for students.

The Australian Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Education Program

Princes Hill SC is a participating school in the successful Round 1 ASISTM Project: "The Australian Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Education Program". A team of teachers has been involved in professional development activities for teaching about future fuels and energy for Australia from Term 4 last year. Years 7, 8 and 10 students will be learning about hydrogen and fuel cells as part of their curriculum during Terms 2 and 3 this year.

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From Fundamental to New Chemistry

Princes Hill SC is one of the participating organizations in "From Fundamental to New Chemistry", together with Footscray City College, Ivanhoe Grammar School, Macleod College, Northcote HS, and Viewbank College. The project coordinator is La Trobe University, School of Educational Studies, under the leadership of Assoc Prof Wan Ng.

"From Fundamental to New Chemistry" aims to enhance students’ understanding of molecular properties. VCE Chemistry and years 7 - 10 science teachers will use freely accessible web-based software and databases to enable students to explore 3-dimensional molecular structures and learn about their functions in chemistry, physics and biology. Their applications in areas including nanotechnology and medicinal chemistry will also be explored. An expert teacher will spend time in each school to support teachers to use these tools to their full potential. Learning materials will be developed and new resources integrated into the curriculum.

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Datalogging

The College has purchased a class set of datalogging equipment through the Investing In Our Schools grant. Science teachers are currently participating in professional development activities to familiarize themselves with the new equipment and to explore its e-learning curriculum potential; they are beginning to utilize the equipment to provide students with 'hands-on' investigation experiences.

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Digital Microscope Camera

The College has purchased a high-resolution digital microscope camera. It is already being utilized in VCE Biology classes and Years 7 - 10 Science classes, as teachers become familiar with this technology, and its teaching and learning potential.

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Interactive Whiteboards (IWBs)

Each of the College's four Science Laboratories has an Interactive Whiteboard (IWB). Science teachers are in the process of learning to create 'flipcharts' using our IWB software.

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Multimedia Resources Each of the College's four Science Laboratories has a multimedia cabinet, equipped with an LCD screen, personal computer, DVD/video comination unit, amplifier and laser printer. Each Lab also has a Digital Light Projector, located in a security cage, which is mounted to the ceiling. The final essential feature is the Interactive Whiteboard. Return to Top

Robotics & Computer Programming

Science Notebook Computer Program

The College has purchased a class set of notebook computers with wireless capability. This acquisition opens the door for our students to extensive opportunities for e-learning in Science, including enhanced access to the Internet and College Intranet and learning software applications.

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