Experts respond to trial of phonics test
There are claims that the trial of a phonics test in South Australian schools revealed strong benefits and no drawbacks, but some experts disagree
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NAPLAN prep methods ‘aren’t working anymore’
As students prepare to sit their NAPLAN tests in May, one innovative learning tool revamping the traditional prep model to help students excel in maths
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Report highlights need for media literacy among kids
While young people are avid consumers of news, many are unable to distinguish fake stories from real ones, new research shows
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Education’s most influential figures of 2017 uncovered
The results of The Educator’s third annual Hot List have been announced
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Hot List 2017
In an industry rife with talent and strong leadership, who are the movers and shakers of Australian education? The Educator profiles 50 individuals at the top of their game
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University challenges ATAR with new program
One university is offering a ground-breaking program that will see students offered a university based on their HSC results rather than their ATAR
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How to make maths fun and engaging
The Educator looks at how one resource – designed by teachers for teachers – is improving maths engagement, and outcomes, in the classroom
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What to expect from Australia’s first science-focused school
A new STEM-based school will allow students to code robots, liaise with space stations and contribute back to their community through through real-world learning projects
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University boosting PD for principals in 2017
When it comes to driving enhanced professional development in schools, Western Sydney University's School of Education is on point
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The Educator Weekend Wrap: Principal axes ‘hook up wall', maths app boosts results & 'race lessons'
Making news this week, a principal responds to a ‘hook up wall’, a new toolkit raises eyebrows and a new maths app boosts outcomes.