In terms of all of the complex multimovement sequence actions that John engaged in, there was within this process the intentional self-directed activation of what D. Royce Sadler referred to as hard goals, and also that of stretch goals. Hard ...
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Online interactive program aims to boost ‘alarming’ literacy levels among QLD boys
A new program aiming to improve literacy among boys by engaging them in topics they find interesting is currently being rolled out in schools across Queensland. Called Literacy for Boys, the program focuses on topics including dangerous animals, extreme sports ...
More »Scrap the textbooks: Why making maths fun is a nationwide priority – opinion
My kids were born mathematicians. My eldest developed an interest in fluid mechanics when he was three, studiously observing the ripples that spread every time he dropped a pebble in a puddle. Meanwhile, his younger brother set about testing geometric ...
More »Forget videos about milkshakes and tacos: New learning resource promises ‘real conversations’ about consent
A Sunshine Coast-based mother has just released a learning resource to help schools around Australia discuss important subjects surrounding sex and health education. Called Talk Revolution, the program promises to address taboo topics using “real conversations” that kids can relate ...
More »Classrooms need better ventilation: experts warn about high CO₂
“Improving indoor thermal and environmental quality is as important as improving the teaching material in the classroom.” That’s the call from associate lecturer Dr Shamila Haddad, lead author on a study that found many Australian school kids are learning in ...
More »Are dangerous animals, extreme sports and adventure stories the way to pique boys’ literacy interest?
It's a stereotype that has been in existence for decades, if not centuries, now: boys enjoy figuring out how things work, assembling them, and playing sports and the like, while girls seek solace in language and the ability to communicate ...
More »The brain, multimovement therapy, neuroscience, pedagogy and education: part 4
A number of significant contributors to John’s recovery included the inherent neural repair processes and neurophysiological renewal at the very moment that the brain damage (for detail see Nudo, 2013) occurred in August 1991. These natural internal processes were added ...
More »Further guidance needed to support new emerging school leaders
Some months ago, the NSW Premier announced a new targeted strategy for improving the education sector in NSW. The overarching goal is set to improve student outcomes by successfully transitioning more young people from education to the workforce. Unlike the ...
More »The future of the Aus maths curriculum – too ambitious or relying on the wrong approaches?
The ability of Australian students to problem-solve in maths classes has been identified as integral in improving the ability levels of current Australian maths students, a challenge that has simultaneously beguiled and confused some educators for far too long. After ...
More »Australian behemoth of young adult literature receives an honorary doctorate at USC
Author James Marsden has often followed the path less travelled. Although he enrolled in university in his early years, it took him longer than expected to graduate, even walking away from tertiary studies several times. “Like many a young person, ...
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