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Group punishment doesn’t fix behaviour, just makes kids hate school
"When disengaged behaviours do occur, teachers need to implement strategies that don’t further disengage students,"
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Here’s how Aussie kids can move more at school, Nordic style
Mandating 60+ mins of activity per week, Nordic countries are aiming to only use specialist physical education teachers.
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New agreement proposes $110,500 salary for top teachers
The decision seems to have headed off proposed strikes from QLD educators.
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Students tune into local customs through music
The musical piece composed in collaboration with the local Aboriginal community took centre stage at Scarborough Public School’s NAIDOC showcase…
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No full NAPLAN review, says Edu Minister
Instead, the government is extending the online transition by one year pending the already established independent review.
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Schools need ventilation for better health and student learning, not air-conditioning
Australian classrooms are recording high levels of carbon dioxide and other pollutants, says Built Environment Professor Mat Santamouris.
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SA teachers strike for better conditions
Citing failed negotiations with the Marshall Government, public school teachers across SA are undertaking industrial action.
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Schools neglect the shadiest solution to harmful rays
When implementing a school sun protection policy, schools are encouraged to consider shade as part of a suite of sun…
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Banning mobile phones in schools: beneficial or risky? Here’s what the evidence says
A total smartphone ban is tricky for teachers to enforce and could be costly for parents and school resources.
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Is vaping a problem at your school?
Moriah College's Head of High School, Jan Hart has spoken passionately about what she dubs 'the newest addiction among teenagers'...…
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