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School NewsTuesday, November 30, 2021
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Schools can still expel LGBTQ+ kids. The Religious Discrimination Bill only makes it worse

Attorney General Michaelia Cash has said no child should be “suspended or expelled from school on the basis of their…
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School NewsWednesday, November 24, 2021
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Algorithms can decide your marks, your work prospects and your financial security. How do you know they’re fair?

Algorithms are becoming commonplace. They can determine employment prospects, financial security and more. The use of algorithms can be controversial…
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School NewsWednesday, November 24, 2021
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Children’s Word of the Year show student desire to take back control post-COVID

Children’s language experts analysed more than 76,000 short stories and over 9 million words written by Australian students aged seven…
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School NewsWednesday, November 24, 2021
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Why do Australian states need a national curriculum, and do teachers even use it?

Teachers get the curriculum directly from the website. For these teachers, the Australian Curriculum is like Google Maps. It tells…
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School NewsWednesday, November 24, 2021
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Yes, Australia’s PISA test results may be slipping, but new findings show most students didn’t try very hard

Most Australian students who took part in the last OECD Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) said they would have…
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School NewsWednesday, November 24, 2021
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A failure at 6? Data-driven assessment isn’t helping young children’s learning

Schools are turning their backs on the relentless measuring of young children’s attainments. St John’s, a multicultural primary school in…
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School NewsTuesday, November 16, 2021
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MPs banned from visiting public schools as industrial action escalates

The ongoing industrial action includes new bans on NAPLAN Online School Readiness Testing and education support staff undertaking duties during…
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NSW Department of EducationTuesday, November 16, 2021
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Digital first for NSW curriculum; Special event for hard-hit students

New English and Maths syllabuses for our youngest students were released this week – a major milestone in the NSW…
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School NewsTuesday, November 16, 2021
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Teacher wins $1M Global Teacher Prize

Together, the Global Teacher Prize and the Global Student Prize tell inspirational stories from both sides of education. The prizes…
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School NewsTuesday, November 16, 2021
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Call to action to improve school attendance

Significant problems with school student attendance and retention rates in South Australia have not been addressed with adequate resources and…
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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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