Science Endeavour

Issued by Genazzano Institute

This Microcredential is awarded to encourage students to engage further with STEM by undertaking extension or further learning activities in a specific area of Science, and by designing learning opportunities and Science information displays for other students.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Days
Cost Free

Skills

Earning Criteria

Students undertake an extension program within the Science field in order to deepen knowledge in an area of Science, for example, the High School Cancer Masterclass. This course empowers young Australians with enriching and engaging learning experiences about cancer to inspire a generation of cancer-literate individuals who can contribute to the fight against cancer irrespective of their career paths.
Students prepare and host a Science activity for National Science Week that is based on the current theme. https://www.scienceweek.net.au/
Students plan and construct an informative visual or media display in the Science foyer to engage and educate other students on a STEM topic.

Standards

Australian Curriculum General Capabilities

This badge aligns with standards from the Australian Curriculum - General Capabilities: Personal and Social; Ethical Understanding; Critical and Creative Thinking.

Australian National Microcredentials Framework