5 Diversity Benefits in Schools
Increased self-confidence, emotional intelligence and creativity in children are just some of the benefits of cultivating inclusion and diversity in STEM and non-STEM schools. Read more here!
Drones in the Classroom: Teaching STEM by Stealth
Teachers looking for exciting new STEM approaches, look no further! She Maps strives to encourage young people, and especially young women, to engage in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects and to promote non-traditional careers as an option for students. One of the most interesting ways to do this is through indoor drone programs […]
Engaging rural, remote & regional students with drones
In a world where technology, innovation, and global challenges are constantly shaping our future, it’s no secret that equipping students with key STEM skills is now more important than ever. Little did we understand just how much this rings true even more so for the rural, remote and regional schools of Australia. This year, She […]
10 Strategies for Promoting Diversity in STEM
Promoting diversity in STEM fields requires a multifaceted approach. Here are some successful strategies: 1. Inclusive education programs Developing curricula that highlight diverse contributions to STEM and incorporating inclusive teaching practices can help engage a broader range of students. By showcasing the achievements of scientists and engineers from various backgrounds, students can see themselves represented […]
The drone is the hook: why we do what we do
With their fascinating design, versatility, programmability, and fun-factor, it isn’t hard to see why drones are increasing in popularity as teaching tools around the nation. Why every school should teach with drones Drones are great in not only teaching students obvious piloting skills but also in teaching essential 21st century skills, such as critical thinking, […]
The best children’s books about drones and STEM
Which are the best stem children’s books? Drones are on the rise (excuse the pun!). In fact, it’s hard to think of an industry in which drones are not being used, for example, drones are being used in delivery, emergency rescue, law enforcement, firefighting, medical, farming, photography, wildlife conservation, environmental monitoring, forestry, film production, 3D […]
6 Reasons Why Your School Should Host a She Maps Incursion
She Maps are on a mission to educate students about the geospatial industry and the many rewarding career paths that it offers. To fulfil this mission, She Maps provide Australian Curriculum aligned school incursions, where students will fly microdrones and get a taste of what it would be like to be a geospatial scientist for […]
How to become a Data Scientist – Dr Caitlin’s Journey
Meet Dr Caitlin Adams Dr Caitlin Adams works as a Senior Data Scientist at FrontierSI, applying machine learning to remote sensing data to improve the development of spatial data in Australia and internationally. Caitlin is a deeply creative thinker with a passion for solving the complex problems humanity faces. She is a passionate, hard-working, and […]
Melbourne University Geomatics Society (MUGS)
The Melbourne University Geomatics Society (MUGS) is a club for a variety of different students — from Engineers to Urban Planners to Earth Scientists to Surveyors. Geomatics is a spatial science that encompasses a broad range of disciplines that focus on measurements and mapping. As such, it is ideal for someone who enjoys a good […]
