Steering education in the right direction
The Educator speaks to Hot List 2019 winner Jean Scott about her important role in improving NSW schools
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New study highlights value of social and emotional skills
The OECD study will provide insights on how schools can support students to develop these important skills
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New research panel to boost education research
The group brings together some of Australia's most influential academics to share current research, policy and practice in educational leadership
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Experts divided on phone ban in classrooms
Victoria has become the latest state to ban smartphones in schools, but some principals and experts say a different approach is needed
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Greater support for international students needed – report
International students are highly valued by Victorian school principals but more needs to be done to support their learning, according to a new report
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Will banning phones from classrooms work?
Victoria has become the latest state to ban smartphones from its classrooms, but some experts say a different approach is needed
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New study highlights student disengagement
Australians are being urged to play their part in kids’ education as new research reveals importance of ‘sense of belonging’
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Australians have mostly positive view towards schools – survey
Most Australians don’t see schools as being ‘in crisis’ or ‘failing’, as is often reported, but there is one area they feel needs improvement, a new report shows
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Two-thirds of school costs 'unaffordable' – report
A national survey has revealed that families are struggling to provide educational opportunities for their children due to rising costs
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New report reveals cost of schooling
New research has revealed the estimated total cost of education across all three sectors