Primary Connections brings the Launch, Inquire, Act framework to life in classrooms across Australia. For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners, culturally inclusive learning isn't an add-on—it’s the foundation. These programs honour students’ ways of knowing, support deep inquiry grounded in identity, and invite action that reflects community values. At DeadlyScience, we’re proud to champion initiatives that ensure every child sees their culture as part of the science story.
Melissa Fogarty
Head of Education and Resources | DeadlyScience
The LIA framework has proven its effectiveness in preparing the next generation of science educators through successful implementation in tertiary teacher education programs. Within the PCK Science (Pedagogical Content Knowledge) unit at the University of Canberra, third-year pre-service teachers have embraced the framework's three-phase structure and teaching routines to deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned science lessons to primary students.
Through carefully designed unit plans that integrate LIA's systematic approach with resources from Primary Connections that are now aligned with the Australian Curriculum: Science V9.0, pre-service teachers have demonstrated significant growth in their pedagogical practice, successfully embedding core scientific content and concepts into meaningful learning experiences, showcasing the framework's ability to bridge theory and practice.
The collaborative sharing of LIA-aligned unit plans amongst pre-service teacher has created a valuable resource bank, supporting them as they transition confidently into their professional careers as in-service teachers. This real-world application demonstrates that the LIA framework not only enhances student learning outcomes, but also provides a robust foundation for developing skilled, confident science teachers who can inspire curiosity and understanding in young learners.
Lucy Bennett
Doctoral lecturer in Education | University of Canberra
I have been engaged with Primary Connections since the beginning of 2025. The Primary Connections units have been highly valuable for my multi-tiered science classes due to their inclusive, inquiry-based approach which support diverse learners. They have been designed to align with the Australian Curriculum and they incorporate hands-on investigations, visual supports and explicit vocabulary instructions which makes the content accessible to students across various ability levels. The structured lesson sequences allow for differentiation through open-ended tasks, scaffolded questioning and varied group work which enabled me to extend my high achieving students while supporting those who needed more guidance. Additionally, the LIA framework has enabled my students to develop scientific understanding as well as foster deep engagement and meaningful learning outcomes.
Bec Stewart
Teacher | Palmer Primary School
I’d like to acknowledge the high quality and thoughtful design of the reSolve Maths, Primary Connections, and Science Connections programs and resources. The materials reflect a well-balanced integration of current research and practical classroom application, which is incredibly valuable for teachers aiming to design and enact effective teaching sequences.
The website is intuitive and well-structured, making it easy to navigate and locate resources. I also appreciate the thoughtful lens through which the content is presented—it's inclusive and supportive of teachers at all stages of their careers, from early career to experienced educators. The support provided by the Australian Academy of Science — particularly from Kristen Tripet, Naomi Fitzgerald, and Helen Silvester—has been consistently generous, insightful, and greatly appreciated.
Dr Désirée Gilbert
Senior Educational Consultant | GCI Accredited Coach | Association of Independent Schools of South Australia
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