Education Earth science for students and communities

  • Explore teaching resources that support Earth science education

  • Book onsite and virtual engagement sessions for students

  • Supporting enhanced geoscience education and awareness in the community

Education uses a range of strategies to promote geoscience awareness in the community Book a visit with us

Algae to Zooxanthellae: Life in the rock record

Explore a range of free downloadable fossil posters showcasing the variety of flora and fauna that have evolved through geological time.

Each poster provides details on when the organism lived, where they are found, and what we know about their habitat and lifestyle based on evidence preserved in the rock record.

Support your teaching of Earth sciences with this glimpse into the past though these fossil posters.

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Visit our Education Centre

The Education Centre provides curriculum-linked, hands-on activities that keep students captivated, focused and looking for more.

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Classroom resources

Teaching resources for primary and secondary levels including background information, student activities, full-colour cut-out 3D models and posters.

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Educator professional development

Geoscience Australia hosts earth science related programs and events for teachers. These focus on the skills and knowledge needed to teach the earth science subjects within the Australian National Curriculum.

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Student extension programs

Geoscience Australia supports other science education and awareness programs including the National Youth Science Forum and the Science Experience.

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