Education

School NewsWednesday, August 19, 2020
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‘It really sucks’: how some Year 12 students in Queensland feel about 2020

Perhaps endurance and resilience have become a necessary part of the DNA of the class of 2020. These are positive…
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School NewsWednesday, August 19, 2020
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A 3-decade ‘moving picture’ of young Australians’ study, work and life, thanks to LSAY

The information collected from these groups of students, or “cohorts”, is used to better understand what helps or hinders this…
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School NewsWednesday, August 19, 2020
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Every Victorian Year 12 student will have COVID-19 factored into their grade – we should do it for all Australian students

This kind of individual assessment is what educational advocates have been calling on for decades.
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School NewsWednesday, August 12, 2020
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Australian primary private schools should be fully funded by governments — but banned from charging fees

Redressing the growing and accelerating segregation and inequity in Australian schools is critical to the future of Australia’s youth and…
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School NewsWednesday, August 5, 2020
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Free phonics check finally rolls out for Year 1 students

South Australian Minister for Education John Gardner said that a renewed focus on phonics was helping to lift literacy outcomes…
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School NewsWednesday, August 5, 2020
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TAFE versus private providers: Union backlash to VET funding

The Productivity Commission review into skills and workforce development is failing to ensure the public TAFE system's future as the…
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School NewsWednesday, August 5, 2020
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Secondary school textbooks teach our kids the myth that Aboriginal Australians were nomadic hunter-gatherers

It’s difficult to understand why a contemporary publisher of school textbooks would publish misleading or incorrect material. However, we do…
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School NewsWednesday, August 5, 2020
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‘Exhausted beyond measure’: what teachers are saying about COVID-19 and the disruption to education

Overwhelmingly, teachers from early childhood to higher education experienced a significant increase in their workload. One teacher said the sudden…
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School NewsWednesday, August 5, 2020
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Victoria’s Year 12 students are learning remotely. But they won’t necessarily fall behind

Will remote learning at the end of schooling mean Victorian students will fall behind the rest of the country?
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Ilana Finefter-RosenbluhWednesday, July 29, 2020
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Schools and COVID: Rethinking educational ethics during a pandemic

One suggestion can be to “Marie Kondo the curriculum” – that is, focus on vital topics that bring joy, especially…
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The power of Artificial Intelligence in the classroom

Teachers around the country are embracing AI tools in an effort to ease administrative burdens and improve learning outcomes for students. BenQ sits at the forefront, with a suite of AI software solutions designed to work with existing BenQ smart boards, all with a human first approach. Martin Moelle, Managing Director of BenQ Australia explained: “Technology will never replace the classroom teacher. Our products are designed to support teachers and streamline processes, to make life easier for them. Anything we can do to give back time to teachers, to add time to the way that teachers can best deliver the curriculum is an endorsement of the R&D that we are doing for our constantly improving panel technology. “BenQ’s education technology reflects a core philosophy: to empower teachers, protect students, and deliver long lasting value.” BenQ’s AI tools are aligned with AI trends in Australian and New Zealand education, including a focus on equity, engagement, and instructional efficiency. The company harnesses AI to amplify the impact of educators and enrich the student experience through practical, accessible innovation. “We’ve developed a range of AI tools that are specifically designed for educators to make teaching more efficient and effective,” Martin said. AI tools …
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Peninsula Grammar Unveils World-Class Athletics and Sports Facility

Peninsula Grammar has officially unveiled its new, state-of-the-art athletics and soccer facility—an ambitious project that reflects the school’s commitment to excellence
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A stronger, safer outdoor space

Scully Outdoor Designs is a leading supplier of quality and innovative outdoor space products…
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OzHarvest’s FEAST Program Teaches Kids About Food Waste

Across Australia, students are learning about the issue of food waste and its environmental impact, positive food choices and easy classroom cooking through OzHarvest’s FEAST program. FEAST, which stands for Food Education and Sustainability Training, is a 10-week, teacher-led initiative for Primary School students in Years 5–6 and High School students in Years 7–8.
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Take the boring out of drinking water

Today’s academic environment is fast-paced. Easy access to clean, refreshing drinking water is more important than ever.
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Harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence in the classroom

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming ubiquitous in modern life. Since ChatGPT first entered the mainstream in late 2022, teachers and school leaders have been embracing new ways to integrate AI and technology into the classroom.
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