Talk to most teachers, and they’ll tell you their job involves a fair share of stress. Many published studies show some stress can be good. It hones focus and helps you get things done. But too much stress can be very, ...
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Ritalin linked to higher heart disease risk in kids
The controversial hyperactivity drug Ritalin has been linked to an increased risk of heart rhythm problems. A new study found that the drug frequently used for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is associated with an increased risk of abnormal heart ...
More »Focus is on unimportant issues, misconceptions: Hattie
The education debate is focused on issues that don’t matter, if John Hattie’s research is to be believed. But a survey behind the new ABC documentary Revolution School has found many people disagree with Hattie. The ABC airs the second episode of its four-part ...
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‘Didn’t you have the Down Syndrome test?’
Catherine* is on the bus with her son, a boy with Down Syndrome. Another woman, Amy* strikes up a conversation with her and they begin chatting; the topic turns to their children. Amy also has kids, none with disabilities. As ...
More »Drive education debate towards technology: Pearson boss
The chief executive of the Australian branch of Pearson, a multinational private education firm, will warn an audience of educators that they risk becoming irrelevant in the hot-topic education debate. In his speech to next week’s EduTech conference in Brisbane, David ...
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Principal calls for global education networks
Networking with educators overseas is something every schooling professional should do, one principal has said, as it helps staff and improves kids’ learning. Clayton Reedie, principal of Dalmeny Public School – in Sydney’s south-west – last week scored a $14,000 ...
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