NAPLAN not working, say teachers
8th October, 2012 |
The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy is failing to achieve its goals of improving literacy and numeracy among school children, a survey of teachers has found.
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Playpad app helps autistic children
8th October, 2012 |
Australian researchers have harnessed tablet technology that is set to revolutionise the way parents provide in-home therapy for their autistic children.
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Push to develop an ‘Asia capable’ workforce
8th October, 2012 |
Teachers, parents and students are being encouraged to engage with countries to our north, reports Amie Larter
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ACARA modifies sex education changes
8th October, 2012 |
Children from the age of 11 or 12 will be taught to “recognise sexual feelings” under a new national physical education curriculum.
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Primary students connect with indigenous culture
8th October, 2012 |
More than 100 year 5 students in Brisbane have been given the opportunity to connect with indigenous history and culture as part of the sixth annual Indigenous Education Symposium at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
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City teen bucks trend for HSC in the country
8th October, 2012 |
A passion for agriculture could be the reason behind a Sydney teenager’s choice to move from the city and enrol at The Armidale School in the New England region of NSW.
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Cartoon and canteens link for fresh food
8th October, 2012 |
School canteens across NSW and the ACT will be stocking up on fruit and vegetables as the annual Canteen Campaign kicks off this month.
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