BLIGH GOVERNMENT ENCOURAGES SMART STATE CAREERS
Published Thursday, 11 October, 2007 at 03:00 PM
Premier
The Honourable Anna Bligh
Young students will be the key to underpinning the future of the Smart State, Premier Anna Bligh said today.
Ms Bligh was speaking at Kelvin Grove College after launching a discussion paper on the future of education in science, technology, engineering and maths in Queensland.
She said the discussion paper – Towards a ten year plan for science, technology, engineering and mathematics education and skills in Queensland – was an opportunity to lay the foundations for the future growth and prosperity of the Smart State.
“Queensland scientists, researchers and innovators are helping to transform our economy,” Ms Bligh said.
“They are expanding our horizons and creating the new industries and jobs which will be the catalyst for growth.
“Through our investment in the Smart State we are becoming world leaders in bioscience, new technologies and creative enterprises.
“Everything from developing cancer vaccines, implementing world best mining systems or creating sophisticated computer games is happening right here in our own backyard.
“Our education system is at the core of sustaining this growth.”
Ms Bligh said the State Government was committed to giving children every opportunity to discover, create and learn.
“For example in 2003 we launched Smart State Spotlight on Science and committed $14 million to encourage more students to study science and to attract and retain skilled science teachers,” Ms Bligh said.
“However, we cannot rest on our laurels – we must build on the work that has already been done.
“The STEM discussion paper is the next initiative in ensuring that Queensland’s education system has the chance to stay ahead of the pack.”
Education and Training Minister Rod Welford said the STEM discussion paper would kick start an exciting new era of innovation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics for the Smart State.
“The discussion paper outlines relevant questions, issues and ideas for consideration and feedback from STEM educators, training providers and industry,” Mr Welford said.
“This consultation process gives teachers the chance to consider all aspects of student participation and achievement in these subject areas.
“We’re also seeking feedback on teacher recruitment and training, education courses, equipment and resources as well as career advice and community perceptions.”
The discussion paper – Towards a ten year plan for science, technology, engineering and mathematics education and skills in Queensland – can be viewed on the Department of Education, Training and the Arts website at www.education.qld.gov.au/projects/STEMplan
Feedback to the discussion paper must be received by 30 November 2007. For more information please email stemproject@deta.qld.gov.au.
11 October, 2007
Media contact: Premiers Office (07) 3224 4500
Minister Welford’s Office (07) 3235 4593
Ms Bligh was speaking at Kelvin Grove College after launching a discussion paper on the future of education in science, technology, engineering and maths in Queensland.
She said the discussion paper – Towards a ten year plan for science, technology, engineering and mathematics education and skills in Queensland – was an opportunity to lay the foundations for the future growth and prosperity of the Smart State.
“Queensland scientists, researchers and innovators are helping to transform our economy,” Ms Bligh said.
“They are expanding our horizons and creating the new industries and jobs which will be the catalyst for growth.
“Through our investment in the Smart State we are becoming world leaders in bioscience, new technologies and creative enterprises.
“Everything from developing cancer vaccines, implementing world best mining systems or creating sophisticated computer games is happening right here in our own backyard.
“Our education system is at the core of sustaining this growth.”
Ms Bligh said the State Government was committed to giving children every opportunity to discover, create and learn.
“For example in 2003 we launched Smart State Spotlight on Science and committed $14 million to encourage more students to study science and to attract and retain skilled science teachers,” Ms Bligh said.
“However, we cannot rest on our laurels – we must build on the work that has already been done.
“The STEM discussion paper is the next initiative in ensuring that Queensland’s education system has the chance to stay ahead of the pack.”
Education and Training Minister Rod Welford said the STEM discussion paper would kick start an exciting new era of innovation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics for the Smart State.
“The discussion paper outlines relevant questions, issues and ideas for consideration and feedback from STEM educators, training providers and industry,” Mr Welford said.
“This consultation process gives teachers the chance to consider all aspects of student participation and achievement in these subject areas.
“We’re also seeking feedback on teacher recruitment and training, education courses, equipment and resources as well as career advice and community perceptions.”
The discussion paper – Towards a ten year plan for science, technology, engineering and mathematics education and skills in Queensland – can be viewed on the Department of Education, Training and the Arts website at www.education.qld.gov.au/projects/STEMplan
Feedback to the discussion paper must be received by 30 November 2007. For more information please email stemproject@deta.qld.gov.au.
11 October, 2007
Media contact: Premiers Office (07) 3224 4500
Minister Welford’s Office (07) 3235 4593