Google's virtual classroom space for students

21 October, 2021

Students are now able to use the "Meet" function on Google Classroom, which was previously only available to teachers.


How COVID-19 changed school psychology practices

19 October, 2021

A new study has highlighted the need to develop appropriate access to psychology services for students, with COVID-19 causing many changes to school operations.


The dangers of too much screen time

18 October, 2021

A link between screen time and a higher risk and severity of myopia (short-sightedness) in students has been revealed by a new study.


How AI-driven networks are shaping the education sector

15 October, 2021 by Jim Burke, Director of Sales and General Manager Australia at Juniper Networks | Supplied by: Juniper Networks Australia

The education sector has seen drastic changes over the last few years, with a greater focus on digital learning and integration of technology into classrooms.


Why does the human brain learn faster than AI?

14 October, 2021

Variability between brain cells may be key to improving brain performance and future artificial intelligence (AI), new research suggests.


Join the Google Cloud education summit

14 October, 2021

The digital Google Cloud Government and Education Summit is due to be held on 3–4 November.


Teacher shortages occurring across NSW

12 October, 2021

Teacher shortages are now already evident throughout NSW, according to the Independent Education Union (IEU).


AI enhanced technologies improve academic performance

08 October, 2021

Interactive activities, discussions and AI technologies are more effective for learning than traditional lessons, research shows.


HSC students permitted a 'study bubble'

08 October, 2021

NSW Health advice now allows HSC students to study at school with four of their peers, during the lead-up to their exams.


Space race for STEM students

07 October, 2021

A prestigious space race competition has been won by a student team from Toronto High School.


NSW schools to return to classrooms earlier

07 October, 2021

All NSW students will return to onsite lessons by 25 October, the NSW Government has announced.


72% trust teachers, study finds

05 October, 2021

Research from Monash University for World Teacher's Day shows that the vast majority trust teachers to act in the best interests of students.


Calls for Children's Data Code to protect youth online

05 October, 2021

Reset Australia is calling on the federal government to adopt a Children's Data Code to better protect the data of young people online.


Keeping special needs students connected

05 October, 2021

Two Sydney schools that cater for students with special learning needs are finding innovative ways to keep their students engaged during the lockdown.


Teachers frustrated by lack of government consultation

01 October, 2021

The NSW Government has announced that schools will return to the classroom earlier than scheduled, due to high vaccination — a move that has concerned the IEU.


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