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The Educator Weekend Wrap: Govt slams states, school asbestos fears and principals expand horizons
Making news this week, the govt lashes states on funding, an audit raises school asbestos fears and principals expand horizons.
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Far Out Friday: School uses Cessna jet for classroom
Overcrowding is an issue experienced by many schools, but it’s not often that the problem is resolved by creating makeshift classrooms out of aeroplanes.
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New data helps schools boost student literacy
The Educator investigates how new data on student spelling might be able to help schools intervene early to improve student outcomes.
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ATAR less relevant now that ‘goalposts have shifted’
With more university places available, the conversation amongst students, parents, and university leaders has now shifted from getting in to staying in.
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Teachers blast ‘ideological’ review into school system
A government review into the NSW education system is more about ideology than improving student outcomes, warn the state’s teachers.
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‘Urgent attention’ needed on maths deficit
The Federal Government has launched a new 10-year plan to improve students’ maths skills amid warnings Australia will be left behind if the slide continues.
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What challenges is your school facing this year?
Tell us about the plans your school has this year
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Principals expand horizons with new program
Principals will soon embark on a foreign exchange program aimed at helping them expand their professional horizons.
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Expert slams Australian education system
One of the world's leading education experts has heavily criticized Australia’s education system over its slipping global standards.
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Are we pushing kids into class before they’re ready?
Formal lessons being taught in prep make it difficult for children to succeed, warns an early childhood education association.
