Suzy Barry

Suzy Barry is a freelance education writer and the former editor of School News, Australia.

Education

Suzy BarryTuesday, April 24, 2018
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What ‘depth studies’ mean for student learning.

The best depth studies include fieldwork and exposing students to real-world investigations. School News finds out more from Jenny Murphy…
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Education

Suzy BarryTuesday, April 24, 2018
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It’s no drama! How to stage a school theatre production.

Licensing, costumes, equipment and more: There's a lot involved in putting on a school theatre production but these pointers will…
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Education

Suzy BarryWednesday, April 18, 2018
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Make yourself heard: Tips to get the most out of your school’s new PA system.

Using the school public address system is not as difficult as you think if you follow a few simple guidelines.…
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Education

Suzy BarryWednesday, April 11, 2018
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How 3D printers are adding another dimension to student learning

Teachers can spice up classroom learning by using 3D printers. School News speaks to industry expert Jason Sparks about the…
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Education

Suzy BarryWednesday, April 4, 2018
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Changing modular rooms: how schools are transforming learning spaces

Traditional classrooms are getting a makeover as schools experiment with new designs, funky furniture and even outdoor learning spaces. Modular…
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News

Suzy BarryWednesday, March 21, 2018
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Combined PA system: an all-purpose solution

PA systems have come a long way since the days of screeching feedback that had students in fits of unauthorised…
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Education

Suzy BarryFriday, March 9, 2018
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The future of schools: Sir Ken Robinson explains what “was never true”

Sir Ken has often said, “teaching is an art form, not a delivery system” and with more Australian educators turning…
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Property

Suzy BarryWednesday, March 7, 2018
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Designing a nature play space for school

Dr Elizabeth K Nesbit of Trent University in Canada has been researching the effects of ‘nature connectedness’ and has found…
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News

Suzy BarryWednesday, February 28, 2018
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Online literacy tools help decode reading

The 'literacy wars' continue, yet phonics is emerging as a potential solution - we asked experts from the field for…
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Health & Safety

Suzy BarrySaturday, February 24, 2018
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St Stephen’s seven: drug overdose at elite Qld school

Six students have been released from hospital, while one remained in intensive care on Saturday after a drug overdose at…
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Emphasising the importance of a proactive, school-wide approach to positive behaviour management, a new professional development workshop series from MultiLit is empowering school leaders and teachers to create a positive learning environment for all students.
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ViewSonic Invites Aussie and Kiwi Teachers to join its new Online Community and Win Prizes

Teachers are among those who have been terribly affected during the pandemic. They had to adjust to unfamiliar teaching settings mostly on their own – learning new technology in a short period, digitising their lessons resulting in doubling their workload, and more.
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Pierlite’s air-purifying light fitting Aether is improving COVID safety at Australia’s schools

As the battle against COVID-19 continues into its third year, Australian lighting leader Pierlite is keeping students and teachers safer in the classroom.
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ACCO Brands is classroom ready with TruSens Air Purification

With face-to-face learning continuing in Australian Schools, the TruSens Air Purification range ensures cleaner air is essential on your school checklist.
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SALTO leads the way in electronic access control

Security is a high priority for schools. They have a duty of care to provide a safe working and learning environment for staff and students and need to protect valuable school assets, such as IT and sports equipment. Schools have to be able to control who can access their campus, their buildings and individual classrooms.
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Designing a successful STEM makerspace

STEM education addresses outcomes from multiple curricula and can be set in almost any context, from traditional to ultra-modern. It also requires a flexible, collaborative and student-centered approach.
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