We’re often told that Australia’s teachers are among the best paid in the world, based on OECD figures, which is true, but the other – more important – part of the story is that teachers’ pay is falling behind that ...
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When looking at NAPLAN results, governments should take stock of the states or territories where students are best progressing and figure out the reasons why. By doing so, they can learn what’s working and what isn’t and help one another ...
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As the 2014 academic year commences, Education Review asks teachers, principals and key stakeholders to name the issues likely to dominate the landscape this year. By Cathy Wever. The Australian Curriculum Implementation of the National Curriculum remains a major issue ...
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Many disadvantaged young people are missing out on a good education but by investing in them we raise the standard overall. The announcement by the Prime Minister recently of the government's response to the Gonski review is of immense importance ...
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