Impactful Science Teaching: addressing misconceptions, scientific vocabulary and scaffolding discussion (online)

This unique initiative combines two half-day online workshops with online follow-up coaching to support you to elevate your teaching practice in science. 

What: 

Grounded in research evidence and experience from practice, each program explores aspects of explicit teaching in science. 

This practical online workshop will focus on:

• uncovering and addressing student misconceptions
• developing scientific vocabulary
• scaffolding productive student discussion

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• key ingredients of explicit teaching
• evidence-informed resources to support science teaching practice
• curriculum-aligned planning to support teaching with Victorian Curriculum 2.0 Science
• effective approaches for modelling knowledge and skills for students in science
• keys for structured progress monitoring and feedback that moves learning forward
• strategies for supporting effective student self-reflection

This professional learning is evidence-informed and is aligned with school system priorities including the implementation of the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0, Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Flourishing Learners and Sandhurst Diocese Magnify. 

Where: 

Online

When:

Wednesday 4 November, 2026: 9.30am – 12.30pm

and

Tuesday 10 November, 2026: 9.30am – 12.30pm

Further information: 

Supported by the Department of Education Strategic Partnerships Program and delivered by the Science Teachers Association of Victoria.

Discounted registration is available to government schools, disadvantaged schools (low ICSEA) and STAV members.

Cancellations & Refunds

• All cancellations must be notified in writing to [email protected]
• For cancellations received:

– More than 30 days prior to the event, 100% of the registration fee minus admin costs of $25

– Less than 30 days but no more than 14 days prior to the event, 80% of the registration fee minus admin costs of $25

– Less than 14 days but no more than 7 days prior to the event, 50% of the registration fee minus admin costs of $25.

• For cancellations received within 1 week of the event all monies paid are non-refundable.
• For special or extenuating circumstances, they will be considered accordingly.
• Refunds will not be granted if you fail to attend.
• Refunds are not available for any unused services.
• Substitutions may be accepted, please contact STAV at [email protected] to make any specific arrangements.

Note: STAV Event Terms and Conditions