Webinars

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Engaging students in STEM through game-based learning

Game-based learning is a powerful tool that demonstrates how learning is applied in real-world contexts, helping build engagement, confidence, and belonging in STEM.

In this bitesized 20 minute webinar, you'll hear from Professor Michael Kasumovic (Founder and CEO, Arludo) and Becky Laurence (Senior Program Coordinator, Future You) about how you can use game-based learning to deliver ACARA V9.0 Science Curriculum content in your classroom.

Inspiring Role Models in STEM

Who becomes a scientist, engineer, or astronaut? And what does it really take to pursue a career in STEM? In this special National Science Week learning event, students explore the power of diversity, curiosity, and personal strengths through conversations with remarkable Australian STEM professionals. Hosted by Professor Lisa A. Williams from Future You and the National Library of Australia Education team, this interactive session introduces students to inspiring career pathways in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Australia's BIG STEM Assembly: Discovering New Worlds

Where could your curiosity take you? Join Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith and our line-up of inspiring STEM role-models for Australia’s first ever BIG STEM Assembly, presented in July 2026 by Future You in partnership with the Australian Space Agency and the Australian Antarctic Division.

Recorded live with over 1,500 learners joining from across Australia, this virtual event introduces students to incredible people who have followed their curiosity into careers using science, technology, engineering and maths, from the Antarctic into Space and across the digital frontier. 

Embedding equity within STEM teaching

Boost your students' engagement with STEM using techniques discussed in this FREE webinar exploring best practice on delivering equitable STEM teaching.

Hear first hand from Dr Cameron Rodgers - Deputy Principal (Instructional Leadership) and STEAM Enrichment Program Coordinator at Sarah Redfern High School, about how he successfully boosted STEM engagement at Sarah Redfern High School using free resources from Future You.

Challenging stereotypes: cultivating STEM futures for girls

Empower your students with a deeper understanding of gender disparities in STEM through this eye-opening webinar, "Challenging Stereotypes: Cultivating STEM Futures for Girls."

Discover evidence-informed research from Dr. Allison Master, a distinguished psychologist and educator, who explores the impact of stereotypes on young children's motivation for computer science and engineering. This webinar isn't just about recognising challenges – it's about actionable strategies for fostering inclusivity and empowering all students to excel in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Dr. Allison Master is the Director of the Identity and Academic Motivation Lab at the University of Houston. 

Engaging primary students in STEM: delving into the research

Engage your students in STEM with a deeper understanding of best practice in teaching STEM through this eye-opening webinar.

Discover evidence-informed research from Professor Therese Keane, Professor of STEM Education at La Trobe University. Keane’s research explores the importance of engaging students in STEM between grade 5 and 8 to ensure a lifelong love of STEM. This webinar isn't just about recognising challenges – it's about actionable strategies for engaging students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Professor Therese Keane is the Professor of STEM Education and the Associate Dean of Research & Industry Engagement in the School of Education at La Trobe University. 

Future You is hosted at UNSW Sydney and co-funded by the Optiver Foundation and the Faculties of Science at UNSW Sydney and The University of Sydney.