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School NewsTuesday, April 7, 2020
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What is homeschooling? And should I be doing that with my kid during the coronavirus lockdown?

Age levels and year levels are less important in home education – children’s work is targeted to where they are…
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UNSW NewsroomWednesday, March 18, 2020
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Op-Ed: How to optimise online learning in the age of Coronavirus

Professor of Educational Psychology Andrew Martin offers a five-point guide for educators in the face of COVID-19. Due to the…
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NSW Department of EducationWednesday, February 26, 2020
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Using empathy to problem solve with ‘design thinking’

Mount Terry Public School is integrating design thinking into its curriculum planning after seeing the benefits of students using empathy…
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Rosie ClarkeTuesday, January 21, 2020
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You won’t believe where these school tours are taking students

School tours are more exciting than ever, featuring Broadway workshops, Stella Adler acting workshops, international sports competitions, lunches with NASA…
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Rosie ClarkeTuesday, January 21, 2020
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Outdoor learning builds bonds with students

“Seventy-one percent of secondary students felt that,” according to a study, “their teachers had a better understanding of how they…
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Rosie ClarkeWednesday, December 11, 2019
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Real life, real stakes, real learning

With the creeping focus on real-world context, LEOTC has never been so explorative, engaging or exciting.
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Kate JacksonWednesday, December 11, 2019
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Teachers, get out more!

Place-based learning is out-of-classroom learning without the seven-hour bus journey and inevitable front seat vomiter.
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NSW Department of EducationWednesday, December 11, 2019
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Flexible approach to learning at small high school

Maddy Jerrett is proof that Coonamble High School is a small school with big opportunities.
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NSW Department of EducationWednesday, November 27, 2019
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Regional students rally to support koala conservation

Students from 25 Hastings-Macleay region schools have displayed plans to support the local Lions Club’s Koala Smart conservation project.
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Mandy ClarkeWednesday, October 16, 2019
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Zoos have quantifiable learning benefits

A visit to the zoo in 2019 is not about getting up-close-and-personal with a wild animal, although children will certainly…
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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. While some worry about the impact tools like chatbots might have on student learning, AI can be used to enhance the classroom experience for both students and teachers. Instead of fearing AI, educators should look for ways to incorporate AI and technology into their classrooms, to ease workloads, streamline processes, and make material more accessible to all students. The Federal Government’s Framework for Generative AI in Schools says that AI technology has “great potential to assist teaching and learning and reduce administrative workload.” Increasingly accessible and sophisticated, AI provides opportunities not previously possible. Chances are, you’re already using AI apps in your classroom, and you might not even realise. A 2023 report found that just over 70 percent of primary teachers and up to 80 percent of secondary teachers were using AI tools in their work. Teachers said AI tools saved them time, allowing them to quickly develop learning tasks for students. Reduced administrative stress, quick lesson alterations to suit different learning needs and making …
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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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