Working in any scientific field, there are a few skills that complement the technical and specialist scientific training, but are often not formally taught. This Workshop covers skills development for grade 10, 11 and 12 STEM students as part of the STEM GEMS program, which aims to enhance the scientific literacy of students.

What is a Sativus Workshop?

These Workshops are tailored sessions for large groups of people (> 7) to provide a high-level overview of key aspects of the Sativus GEMS professional development program. They are held over 2 half-day sessions and include interactive components to enhance the learning experience.

When is a Sativus Workshop useful?

A Sativus Workshop is useful when needing to rapidly improve a skillset in a short period of time. This Workshop is ideal for high school students who have a passion for science, technology, engineering and math and want to create a career within those fields.

What value can Sativus Workshops add?

This Sativus Workshop will rapidly increase your knowledge and skills through expert instruction and team-based learning activities. You will build skills that supplement training in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math.

This Sativus Workshop will cover:

• Australian research ethics and integrity
• Science communication
• Developing science ideas and critical thinking
• How to create science with impact
• Project management in science
• How to deal with criticism and rejection of your science
• Effective networking and collaboration
• Creating your own career pathway

Includes:

• Two interactive, 4-hour sessions
• Supplemented discussions and activities in smaller groups to personalise the learning experience
• STEM GEMS resources
• Discounted access to the Sativus GEMS online courses.

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