Print

Finding your way around

The NZ Science Learning Hub has been developed to make science more accessible to school students and teachers. Use the navigation tools on the site to find these resources (which are listed alphabetically):

About	Find out about who established the New Zealand Science Learning Hub and why.
Collections	The resources in each Context are arranged into collections. Each collection incorporates a range of resource types, including articles, profiles, datasets, student activities, images, animations and video clips. New Zealand Research This collection provides information about the work of New Zealand’s world-class science and technology sectors in relation to the Hub’s range of Contexts, and includes profiles of organisations carrying out work in this area. Science Ideas and Concepts Scientific study requires a basic knowledge and understanding of ideas and concepts. This collection explains the ideas that are fundamental to each Context. Looking Closer This collection contains a wide variety of resources and information about each Context, which supports the resources in the other collections. People This collection introduces some of the people working or studying in the areas explored in each Context. Teaching and Learning Approaches Student activities are the main feature of this collection, along with a variety of resources for teachers to use in exploring each Context. Timeline An interactive look at some of the historical aspects of each Context. Question Bank An inquiry approach is a method often used in science education. The question bank provides an initial list of questions about each Context and places where their answers can be found. Key Terms This resource provides explanations of the key concepts encountered when exploring each Context – the ‘basics’ that every student should understand. Sci Media This collection is where you can find all the images, animations and video clips that relate to each Context.
Connections	Connections is available from all areas of the Hub – click on Connections for a visual interactive pathway to discover the content of the site.
Contexts	The contexts are the heart of the Hub. Each context explores a major theme or idea and provides a gateway to related content and explorations. Each Context is supported by a range of collections including multimedia files, classroom resources based on the requirements of the New Zealand science curriculum, and the stories of New Zealand’s science and technology sector in action. Current contexts on the New Zealand Science Learning Hub: Earthquakes: This Context explains slow slips, and showcases New Zealand’s world-class expertise in the field of base isolation. Enviro-imprints: This Context investigates the significant impact we have had on the environment since humans first arrived in New Zealand. Future Fuels: This Context examines how we have relied on fossil fuels in the past and what will fuel our energy needs in the future. Icy Ecosystems: This Context introduces us to Antarctica – Earth’s coldest continent – and some of the researchers who are investigating its delicate balance. Nanoscience: This Context is about the very small – new materials, products and processes that could have a huge impact on our lives. See-Through Body: This Context looks inside the human body and at the medical imaging technologies that help us to understand its intricacies. Sporting Edge: This Context considers ways in which human beings are gaining increased strength and endurance. You, Me and UV: This Context explores ultraviolet radiation, the effects it has on the Earth and on our bodies, and how we can put it to good use
Help	Where you are now!
Home	This page provides a pathway to all parts of the Hub and its many collections. The home page also presents information about the latest contexts, new content items and featured favourites.
My Sci	Your personal gateway to the Science Learning Hub.
News and Events	New stories about the latest science research in New Zealand are provided on a weekly basis.
Science Stories	Our Science Stories are smaller collections of resources, putting the focus on key science themes, ideas and events.
Search	If you are looking for something specific, do a word search. You can search all resources by keyword, Context and/or curriculum strand, or choose ‘Selected resources’ to search by collection, audience, resource type and/or level.