How early self-regulation increases educational success

28 October, 2022

Teaching children how to manage their attention and impulses positively affects later educational success, according to research.


Removal of discrimination exemptions for religious schools

28 October, 2022

The NT Government's proposal to remove discrimination exemptions for religious schools has been welcomed by the Independent Education Union.


Government supports keeping young Australians safe online

26 October, 2022

The federal government has committed $6 million to support free access to online safety resources for all Australian schools.


Do video games improve cognitive performance in children?

26 October, 2022

Children who play video games for three hours or more each day may have improved impulse control and working memory, according to new research.


Proposed new syllabus targets STEM

25 October, 2022

Proposed new science and technology syllabuses in NSW are focused on creating the next generation of STEM leaders.


Teachers want more respect: study

25 October, 2022

A study by Monash University showed that 70% of Australian teachers feel the profession is not respected by the public.


Gamification teaches children to reduce waste

24 October, 2022

An educational program that uses gamification to teach children about reducing food waste has launched in NSW primary schools.


World Teachers' Day campaign launches

19 October, 2022

The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) has launched its "Hats off to teachers" campaign for World Teachers' Day.


More permanent teachers in areas of need

18 October, 2022

Up to 10,000 permanent roles will be offered to NSW teachers and support staff in areas of need.


Slipping attention spans: podcast

17 October, 2022

In the age of social media and smartphones, it is becoming more difficult for adults and children alike to retain their focus.


ITC mentorship offered to First Nations students

14 October, 2022 | Supplied by: Orro Group

Orro and Stars Foundation have established a partnership to deliver ITC mentorship at Heatley Secondary College.


Teacher unions unite at Industrial Relations Commission

13 October, 2022

A joint press conference has been held by the Independent Education Union and the NSW Teachers Federation.


Tech firm pledges pre-tax profits to education

12 October, 2022

WiseTech Global has said it will donate 1% of its annual pre-tax profit towards tech education initiatives.


Nearly 50% of students very stressed: study

12 October, 2022

New data from ReachOut shows that almost half of young people are extremely or very stressed about exams.


Qld upgrades its respectful relationships education

10 October, 2022

An updated suite of resources aimed at the delivery of respectful relationships education has been provided by the Queensland Government.


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