Learning

‘Stupid coronavirus!’ In uncertain times, we can help children through mindfulness and play

“Stupid coronavirus!” I heard my six-year-old mumble while talking in her sleep. Earlier that day her swimming and basketball lessons…

4 years ago

What does social distancing and a hygiene regimen look like in schools right now?

The NSW department of education offers a closer look at its recommendations for schools in the state that has so…

4 years ago

Handpicked teachers stage high school interventions

They'll share their classroom skills directly with those teachers and students who need it most, while also building a new…

4 years ago

Ethical veganism big concern for kids

It’s hard to be a healthy vegan! Yet Australia now has the third-fastest-growing vegan market in the world as climate…

4 years ago

Neurodiverse learners need better equipped teachers

If we want the next generation to solve social, environmental, scientific and political issues that haven’t been solved before, shouldn’t…

4 years ago

Young women won’t be told how to behave, but is #girlboss just deportment by another name?

It’s important to remember that girlbossing isn’t feminism, it’s capitalism.

4 years ago

Understanding emotions is nearly as important as IQ for students’ academic success

Students who can regulate these tough emotions will achieve more. Anxiety will not impair the test performance. They can push…

4 years ago

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…

4 years ago

Slightly better NAPLAN results but teachers still want it gone

Not convinced by NAPLAN? Primary school kids, Indigenous students and ESL (English as a second language) students have all shown…

4 years ago

3 ways to help children think critically about the news

The circulation of misinformation, such as fake news spreading about coronavirus, blurs our understanding of events and issues. How can…

4 years ago

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