SCIENCE FANTASTIC was devised by Kent Buchanan, the original presenter of the workshop who had the vision to foster the imagination and enthusiasm of primary students in the areas of science and technology. Kent had planned a career in scientific research before changing direction towards the areas of science education. Having worked extensively in tertiary, secondary and primary levels of education, Kent saw the need to get children actively involved in the doing of science.

...Kent Buchanan
B.Sc., Grad. Dip. Ed., M.Ed., JP

In his capacity as Science Lecturer of a Queensland teacher training institution, Kent has traveled extensively throughout Australia and overseas talking to teachers, students and parents about science and the needs of young people in their science education. He believes science should be accessible to everyone and should not only be practical, but fun to do.

SCIENCE FANTASTIC was developed to compliment science programs in the classroom using everyday objects. Through the workshops, teachers and students can have the opportunity to discover for themselves the wonders of science while they perform their own experiments. Any school age group can enjoy and participate in the activities and learning experiences offered in a SCIENCE FANTASTIC presentation.

It is hoped that SCIENCE FANTASTIC will foster in students a new or renewed interest in science and technology and encourage them to "get their hands dirty" in the doing of science. Our workshops have been designed to make science a source of fun and adventure for those who want to learn.

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