Partnering with purpose to create the next generation of geospatial professionals
Partnering for Purpose To create the next generation of geospatial professionals, it is a team effort. There are many aspects, influences, and experiences that have an impact on students choosing what to do after they leave school. She Maps has created the Partnering for Purpose model to provide a framework for engagement of students from […]
Meet some of Australia’s First Scientists
We acknowledge Australia’s First Nations Peoples – the First Australians – as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land and sea country where we live, breath, work, and play. We give our respect to Elders past and present and through them to all Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We express our gratitude […]
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 […]
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, […]
6 tips to get your students flying drones at your school
Where to start with drone programs at school Flying a drone at a school requires special attention to regulations and safety. It is important to familiarise yourself with the Civil Aviation and Safety Authority (CASA) regulations, obtain permission from the school, identify a safe flying area, choose the right drone for the job and use […]
School Engagement Programs for Universities
She Maps regularly works with universities that want a proven and engaging way to work with schools in their catchments. Perhaps your university is looking for answers to the following questions: How do we find a solution to engage with schools in STEM, but we appreciate that we don’t have the resources to develop a […]
Pippa and Dronie: Teaching STEM in Primary Schools
Pippa and Dronie is a beautifully illustrated book for young readers aged 5 to 9, celebrating diversity in STEM. The book introduces children to real-life female role models doing amazing things in their work with drones. Join in the adventure as Pippa and Dronie travel around Australia, finding out just how useful a drone can be!
Indigenous Drone Trainees: Training Indigenous farm trainees in the art of flying drones.
A recent trip to Ali Curung, to assist indigenous drone trainees on how to fly drones. Sharing simple skills in coding and flight, forming an aspirational basis for an emerging set of tools to be used by the community. Recently I had a short visit to a community called Ali Curung in central Australia, 170km […]
How a simple competition created deep STEM engagement
STEM Engagement An example of STEM Engagement. Teachers like Stewart often go over and above to ensure all the students are able to grow and excel to levels others would not think are possible. When we design a program, we are hoping that it will provide teachers with the ability to engage the broad diversity […]
