Education

Dumbed-down curriculum means primary students will learn less about the world and nothing about climate

The only world knowledge retained in the revision is the study of Australia’s neighbouring countries in year 3 and Asia…

2 years ago

‘Stop measuring black kids with a white stick’: how to make school assessments fairer for all

Some might argue that if assessment includes languages other than English, the teacher will not be able to understand and…

2 years ago

All teachers need to teach language and literacy, not just English teachers

Linking language and literacy outcomes to the English syllabus in an attempt to improve students’ writing across all subjects is…

2 years ago

‘Is this really fair?’ How high school students feel about being streamed into different classes based on ‘ability’

Some students in higher-ability classes said they felt more confident and motivated, but students in lower streams reported conforming to…

2 years ago

EXCLUSIVE: ‘Ambassador School’ Principal Speaks: Our high-impact practices that lead student learning

Principal of one of the country's highest performing schools, Mark Harris talks us through some of his school's most effective…

2 years ago

How to assist learners with dyslexia

Before they are diagnosed, many children develop coping strategies to try to disguise their dyslexia. Negative coping mechanisms include students…

2 years ago

Summary of Key Changes as New Australian Curriculum Gets Go-ahead

After years of debate dubbed 'the culture wars',The updated curriculum, Version 9.0, will be available on a new website in…

2 years ago

Consent education needs Blak voices for the safety and well-being of young First Nations people

Growing relationships with First Nations people, communities and organisations based on genuine respect and cultural strength is fundamental to developing…

2 years ago

If only politicians focused on the school issues that matter. This election is a chance to get them to do that

Education has recently been characterised as a “political football”. The Coalition (LNP) government has focused on the impacts of gender…

2 years ago

Many students don’t know how to manage their money. Here are 6 ways to improve financial literacy education

When taught as part of the maths curriculum it tends to result in students fixating on formulas and calculations, without…

2 years ago

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