CREST
CREST is an awards program which encourages and supports primary and secondary school students to choose, organise and undertake their own practical science or technology project. Projects are offered at different levels, depending on the students’ age and experience.
CREST helps students develop scientific and technological skills and processes.Students gaining CREST Awards must demonstrate that they have been Creative, they have Persevered and they have carried out research into a topic which has Applications in the everyday world.
At higher levels links are made with industry or community workers and students gain a new understanding of the role of science and engineering in the community.
CREST includes extensive written support material for both students and teachers as well as a comprehensive program of professional development for teachers.
CREST Awards are nationally recognised and each student who completes a CREST project receives an attractive certificate and at most levels also a medallion.
More than 6000 students achieve CREST Awards each year. For more information contact
National CREST Coordinator
Phone (02) 6276 6567 fax (02) 6276 6641
email vicki.stavropoulos@csiro.au
or visit www.csiro.au/crest
Local CSIRO Education
Phone 8944 8495
fax 89471010
email paul.lyons@csiro.au
or visit www.csiro.au/darcsirosec
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