Principals play ‘pivotal role’ in female ICT engagement
Adjunct Professor, Julie Fisher, from Monash University tells The Educator how principals can help drive female ICT engagement
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‘Digital Divas’ gets girls tech savvy
Despite the push for improved STEM education, young women remain underrepresented in ICT. The Educator looks at some initiatives aimed at reversing this
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Thousands of students set to benefit from early maths program
The Victorian Government has thrown its support behind an early intervention program helping children develop their maths skills.
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New Tech Schools aim to bridge skills gap
Ten new state-of-the-art Tech Schools will soon provide Victoria’s students with new pathways into a potential STEM career.
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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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Lack of available work driving teacher shortage
A shortage of available jobs and resources is leading to a looming teacher shortage, a new report reveals.
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Teachers leave as student numbers surge
ACER data shows teachers are leaving the profession in increasing numbers as student enrolments surge. Could Australia be facing a teacher shortage?
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Why home education is on the rise in Victoria
Despite money and resources being poured into Victorian schools, an increasing number of families are turning to home education. The Educator investigates why.
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No boom in home-schooling, says researcher
Despite recent reports claiming a spike in Victorian families opting out of mainstream education system, this is simply not true, according to one expert.
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The Educator Weekend wrap: Students’ social media risks, the 'digital divide' and principals urge do
Making news this week, a lawyer outlines social media risks for students, we explore solutions to schools’ ‘digital divide’ and principals demand more information about domestic violence.