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By Nigel Paull
Issue 99, Term 4 2016
Australia and the Vietnam War vietnam-war.commemoration.gov.au Developed by the Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards NSW (BOSTES), this website offers a comprehensive range of information and resources related to Australia’s role in the Vietnam War. Aspects of the conflict cov
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 100, Term 1 2017
100 and not out The 100th issue of Connections is a milestone for SCIS, its parent company Education Services Australia, and teacher librarians. My involvement with Connections dates back to 1997 when Lance Deveson, the SCIS manager at the time, asked me to be the editor. I had been involved
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 101, Term 2 2017
Apple Education — special education www.apple.com/au/education/special-education Apple has produced a comprehensive guide to using iPads, iPhones, iPods, and Macs for teachers to enhance the learning opportunities for special education students. The features of both hardware and software are
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 102, Term 3 2017
Augmented and virtual reality www.schrockguide.net/augmented-reality The impact of augmented and virtual reality on education will be significan t. Kathy Shrock explains the esse ntials of augmented and virtual reality and their application to teaching and learning. She also includes back
Know your rights and responsibilities: teaching digital citizenship
By Susan Marshall
Issue 103, Term 4 2017
None of us could imagine a world without the internet. It has become an ever-increasing element of our daily life — and it is often the school library staff’s role to support students and classroom staff to maximise the benefits of engaging with the online world for learning, creating, playing and
Website and app reviews
By Nigel Paull
Issue 103, Term 4 2017
Australian Council on Children and the Media childrenandmedia.org.au ACCM is a national community body ‘committed to promoting better choices and providing stronger voices in children’s media’. The website provides: specifics of the organisation; searchable reviews of child-centred apps and m
Bringing history to life
By Amanda Diaz
Issue 104, Term 1 2018
With knowledge more obtainable than ever, educators have countless options to stimulate their students’ curiosity. New generations are digital natives, immersed in media 24/7. High-quality audiovisual resources have become increasingly important tools to inspire students. With more than 2.8 million
Website and app reviews
By Nigel Paull
Issue 104, Term 1 2018
ALIA National Simultaneous Storytime www.alia.org.au/nss Get prepared for National Simultaneous Storytime, which is occurring in both Australia and New Zealand on Wednesday 23 May. The book for this year is Hickory Dickory Dash , written by Tony Wilson and illustrated by Laura Wood. The webs
Website and app reviews
By Nigel Paull
Issue 105, Term 2 2018
Association for Library Service to Children www.ala.org/alsc Teacher librarians seeking to expand their horizons will locate a variety of pertinent information from this US site. Of particular relevance are links to book awards, a blog, professional resources, and elearning. SCIS no. 1858313
Website and app reviews
By Nigel Paull
Issue 106, Term 3 2018
Australian Girls Choir http://ausgirlschoir.com.au The Australian Girls Choir has been offering girls eminent performing arts education and opportunities to perform for over 30 years. Its website features background information, enrolment details, training levels, performance highlights, and
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 107, Term 4 2018
2018 SAE ATOM Awards http://atomawards.org The annual Australian Teachers of Media (ATOM) Awards showcase the finest film and media content from Australia and New Zealand, created by both industry professionals and the education sector. Of the 34 categories, many pertain to primary and second
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 108, Term 1 2019
Alannah & Madeline Foundation www.amf.org.au The goal of the Alannah & Madeline Foundation is to ‘keep children safe from bullying, cyberbullying, and violence’. Details of the variety of programs, workshops, and events offered to parents, families, schools, and communities are available on t
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 109, Term 2 2019
150 science experiments www.fizzicseducation.com.au/category/150-science-experiments One hundred and fifty categorised science experiments are available on this easy-to-navigate website. Clear, step-by-step instructions and photos are also a feature. Details are available regarding school vis
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 110, Term 3 2019
10 Minutes A Day Times Tables apps.apple.com/gb/app/10-minutes-a-day-times-tables/id775904110 Dorling Kindersley offers this free, engaging times tables resource for primary school students. Students are encouraged to beat the clock in a series of short games. Has hints and tips on how to rea
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 111, Term 4 2019
15 Best School Website Designs webalive.com.au/school-websites Schools wishing to develop a new website or enhance their current website would benefit from analysing the examples portrayed here. Each sample outlines the outstanding design and technology features used to create an informati
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 112, Term 1 2020
Australian poetry australianpoetry.org ‘Australian Poetry intends to do all that it can do to connect with, and genuinely support, contemporary and aspiring Australian poets.’ With this in mind, Australian Poetry’s website offers information on forthcoming competitions, readings and launches;
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 113, Term 2 2020
Bushfire education bushfireeducation.vic.edu.au An abundance of pertinent bushfire teaching and learning resources are provided on this website from the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority. Four aspects of bushfire education are covered: learning about bushfires, preparing for bu
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 114, Term 3 2020
Student Wellbeing Hub: COVID-19 Wellbeing Resources studentwellbeinghub.edu.au/educators/covid-19 Developed by Education Services Australia this site provides a variety of resources for K–12 students, teachers and parents to support social and emotional wellbeing in learning communities d
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 116, Term 1 2021
AUSTRALIA’S DEFINING MOMENTS DIGITAL CLASSROOM digital-classroom.nma.gov.au The National Museum of Australia has developed an interactive timeline of over 120 significant events in Australian history from 65,000 years ago to the present day. Student-centred resources include critical thinking
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By Nigel Paull
Issue 122, Term 3 2022
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander curricula https://indigenousknowledge.unimelb.edu.au/curriculum An initiative of the University of Melbourne, this website ‘aims to empower teachers to integrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures into their teaching’. The curric