Classroom Antarctica

Classroom Antarctica
Publication Date: January, 2014
Type of Resource: Weblink

This resource collection provides information on Antarctica and its wildlife.

Students can also access information from scientists on the processes involved in the Southern Ocean ecosystems and the Antarctic climate.

They can access interviews and images to gain an understanding of the exploration and history of Antarctica along with the activities associated with its environmental management and treaty law.

This website contains a variety of comprehensive teaching resources aimed at Year levels 5–8 with classroom ideas to stimulate students' interest in real-world applications for science.

Students can also actively plan an expedition to the Antarctic and explore what it would be like to work in Antarctica.

Australian Curriculum v9 Codes: AC9S7U01 (Year 7), AC9S7U02 (Year 7)

Australian Curriculum:
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  • Year 7 > Science as a Human Endeavour > Use and influence of science > People use science understanding and skills in their occupations and these have... > ACSHE121
  • Year 7 > Science as a Human Endeavour > Use and influence of science > Solutions to contemporary issues that are found using science and technology,... > ACSHE120