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Policy & Reform
Not a minute to spare
How much of teachers’ precious time should be spent on professional development? A new report explores the question and industry…
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In The Classroom
Curriculum get down to business
Program returns to inspire young entrepreneurs throughout schools. By Antonia Maiolo. Primary schools across Australia are adopting innovative ways to…
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News
Teacher education review: high-stakes Q&A
The upcoming taskforce on preparing educators aims for a practical approach to getting results. By Greg Craven. One of the…
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The language ladder
Abbott sets the target high for multilingual study; getting there will require some changes. By Kathe Kirby. The Abbott Government…
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Charge for public school fees – report
Study calls for end of education department, larger class sizes to save money. By Antonia Maiolo. Higher-earning families should pay…
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Questioning confidence in integrated classes
Researcher to examine how teachers feel about their ability to teach students with special needs in regular classrooms. By Antonia…
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Independents question Gonski’s money focus
Stakeholders debate impact of funding on student outcomes before Senate committee. By Antonia Maiolo. Too much weight is given to…
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News
$$$ can’t cure the letdown
Researcher says efforts to retain high-quality new teachers often fail because money isn’t overcoming disillusionment. By Dallas Bastian To retain…
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Literacy’s early chapters need rewrite
Academic says flawed strategies, not lack of resources, are the problem. By Dallas Bastian Literacy standards amongst Australian students are…
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School Management
Follow the leader
Students embrace everything about being principal for a day – except the long meetings. Charles Campbell College principal Sue George-Duif…
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