Critical Minerals Curriculum Resources for NSW Stage 5 High School Students

### 💎 Project Overview The **Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD)** is seeking a qualified provider to develop bespoke curriculum resources focused on **critical minerals** for Stage 5 (Year 9 and 10) students in New South Wales. This initiative aligns with the *NSW Critical Minerals and High-Tech Metals Strategy 2024-2035* and aims to strengthen STEM and earth science education across the state. ### 📋 Key Requirements & Scope The successful tenderer will be responsible for creating a comprehensive suite of materials that align with the new **NSW Science Syllabus** (launching 2026) and Geography focus areas. Key deliverables include: * **Lesson Plans:** Embedding critical minerals outcomes into topics like energy, states of matter, and environmental sustainability. * **Physical Resources:** Development of classroom tools such as mineral kits, posters, and experimental materials. * **Digital Content:** Creation of geological visualizations, virtual mine tours, and short educational videos. * **Professional Development:** Fact sheets and explainers to support teacher delivery. * **Promotion:** A strategy to engage school curriculum heads and teachers. ### 🎯 Desired Outcomes The project seeks to raise awareness of **geoscience** and the importance of critical minerals found in NSW. Deliverables must cover the entire value chain, from exploration techniques and geological regions to extraction processes and environmental sustainability. The final completion date for all resources is **June 30, 2026**. ### 🔍 Search Keywords NSW Education Tender, Critical Minerals Curriculum, STEM Resources, Earth Science Education, Stage 5 Science, Geoscience Learning, School Resource Development, NSW DPIRD.