Regional Leaders

Questacon Regional Leaders strengthen STEM education across Australia by connecting educators with professional learning, local networks and practical resources that build confidence, capability and community. Whether you’re new to teaching STEM, teaching out-of-field, or looking to grow your connections, we’re here to support you.

Starting in STEM Professional Learning Workshops 
Professional learning for early-career, out-of-field and STEM-curious educators 

Starting in STEM is a hands-on 90-120 minute workshop that builds confidence in teaching STEM through empathy, design thinking and real-world inquiry. 

Educators explore key learner dispositions, unpack how students learn best and practise simple design-thinking routines. You’ll walk away with curriculum-aligned, practical, low-tech STEM activities ready for immediate use. 

Delivered nationally by Questacon Regional Leaders, Starting in STEM is ideal for pre-service teachers, early-career educators, out-of-field teachers, and anyone wanting STEM education to feel purposeful, relevant and connected to community. 
 

Q.Ed Community – Connect, Share, Grow 
Q.Ed Community is a national network of state-based Communities of Practice led by teachers and supported by Questacon. 

These communities offer regular in-person and virtual meetups, an online Teams space, practical resources and classroom-ready activities, creating a supportive network where educators build capability, confidence and connection in STEM. 

Reach out to us at regionalleaders@questacon.edu.au

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