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A skills shortage in all but name
Before she leaves the school she helped turn into an innovation powerhouse, Leigh Killian tells The Educator about an unrecognised skills gap she’s helping to close.
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Convicted drug smuggler gets green light to teach
A convicted drug smuggler will be allowed to teach in Victorian schools despite protests from the state’s education authority.
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Teachers forced out as violence continues
Teachers who had chosen to return to their troubled North Queensland town have now been forced to evacuate a second time.
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Exclusive: School introduces drone pilot course for students
In an Australian-first, one school is offering its students a certified course in drone piloting.
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Opinion: Principals need a refresher in news media
Author and media trainer Pete Burdon explains why principals need to be aware of the changing needs of the news media in the digital age.
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School reputations suffer in digital media age
Schools’ reputations are suffering damage because of the changing needs of the news media, explains author and media trainer, Pete Burdon.
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What’s behind the rise in assaults on teachers?
Figures show that in some states, violent attacks on teachers are on the rise – but what’s behind this worrying trend? The Educator investigates.
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New STEAM program keeps it simple
The Educator takes a look at one program providing teachers with a way of helping students learn about STEAM education in a simple and engaging way.
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Principals fear being ‘set up for investigation’
Principals are refusing to complete a major Education Department survey out of fear their feedback will be traced back to them – and with severe consequences.
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Top private school probed over ‘animal cruelty’
One of Australia’s most elite private schools is being investigated after footage surfaced showing some of its students mistreating sheep.
