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Virtual reality: We wanted to future proof our students. Here’s what we did
Simmi is enrolled in the Postgraduate Course in Early Childhood Teaching course at Swinburne University of Technology. She …
Teachers truly know students and how they learn. Does AI?
Time-strapped teachers are turning to advanced AI models like ChatGPT and Perplexity to streamline lesson planning. Simply by …
Our nationally-leading music courses are now under threat
The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) curriculum review puts music courses at risk, not just in NSW, but …
What schools should do now the manosphere thinks it’s back in charge
The men who helped Trump sweep to victory through inspiring young men to vote, such as billionaire investor …
Dramatic setback: Why the newly drafted senior drama syllabus falls short of a quality creative arts education
The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) just released new draft senior Creative Arts syllabuses for Year 11 and …
Aboriginal cultures and histories: ‘Deep truths’ about content in the new syllabuses
As many in the curriculum ‘engine room’ know, curriculum development is a complex collaborative process that is dependent …
Is arts learning an emerging priority for your primary school?
We know that learning the arts improves both student engagement and well-being. Students develop self-esteem, capacity to collaborate …
Arts education: we fail our students with so many tests
The Impoverishment of Standardised Learning In today’s educational climate, with its intense focus on raising standardised test scores, …
STEM: What universities could do right now to help first-in-family men succeed
Men from working-class and minority backgrounds are rarely represented in STEM disciplines. For those who choose to …
Science and writing: Why AERO’s narrow views are a big mistake
Will narrow instructional models promoted by AERO crowd out quality teaching and learning? A recent ‘practice guide’ from …