Science Alive Mātauranga FAQ
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What is Science Alive Mātauranga?
Science Alive Charitable Trust and Education Perfect share a joint vision of creating a free resource powered by EP for all tamariki and kura in Aotearoa. This resource focuses on Science, Innovation and Technology while also organically threading Te Reo Māori and Mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge, views, and perspectives) throughout each lesson and the associated activities.
- Scaffolded Learning Design: Each resource scaffolds surface to deep learning outcomes through layers of recall, reading comprehension and evidence-based activities.
- Culturally Responsive: Honouring the commitment to Te Tiriti O Waitangi, our resources organically thread Te Reo Māori and Mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge, concepts, and perspectives) throughout each lesson and the associated activities.
- Blended learning: With a range of interactive resources designed for years 5-8: from quizzes, and project-based learning experiences to hands-on science investigations. Every lesson consolidates with practical activities to extend student thinking.
- Insights: Inform practice and next steps using analytics. Accessible from anywhere - see where support is needed and give multimedia feedback in real time.
- For all learners: The Education Perfect platform promotes differentiation with the ability to assign sections and accessibility, e.g. An immersive reader, and video content.
Register your interest in Science Alive Mātauranga here.
Does it cost?
Partnered with the Science Alive Charitable Trust, Education Perfect is helping students to explore the wonder of science, innovation and technology online, like never before.
On a mission to inspire young learners to develop 21st century skills that will equip them for the jobs of the future, this cross curricular content is not only relevant and engaging but completely free to all learners across Aotearoa at no cost!
Science Alive Mātauranga has been developed as a koha (gift) to all children of Aotearoa. There is no cost or time limit associated with this digital taonga.
What content is available?
Students will explore scientific concepts, discover key moments in history, and engage with industry specialists and role models across science, technology and innovative fields inspiring them to take action for local and global issues and initiatives. Continuous content releases mean there is always something new to explore!
Aligned to levels 3 and 4 of the New Zealand curriculum and adaptable to your learners' abilities and needs, the resource has a large focus on developing transferable skills within the Nature of Science framework through a variety of strands and topics.
Providing relevance across the curriculum means this resource is not only a fantastic Science resource but also powerful in enhancing literacy, numeracy, and technology inquiry through localised contexts.
Check out our webpage for more information about our resources
Check out the video about Gamechangers below: a digital resource that empowers students with vital skills for the 21st century.
How do I access Science Alive Mātauranga?
Once you have a teacher account, you can log in to the EP platform, and access the Science Alive Mātauranga folder in the Content Library. Science Alive Mātauranga content is located in the Cross-Curricular subject area. Access these resources right now using your Teacher account here.
If you don’t have an EP account, you can request access to a teacher account here.
How do I add my students?
You can enrol full classes by following the instructions in our help guide. Alternatively, watch our quick 'How to' video here!
You're also able to manually add and remove student accounts by following the instructions here.
How do I find out more?
For further questions about Science Alive Mātauranga or Education Perfect, feel free to get in touch with our team.
You can also join our Facebook group to keep up to date with Science Alive Mātauranga content releases and events.