The theme of World Teachers' Day 2015 is 'Empowering teachers, building sustainable societies'. What are some of the challenges when it comes to staff shortages? Find out in this infographic.

Teacher chats to John Burns in China about creating a school social media presence and showcasing teaching and learning via Twitter.

How a joint venture to support pre-service educators is improving teacher retention for Northern Territory schools.

How many additional classes will be needed each year until 2020 to cope with the growing primary school student population? Find out in today's infographic.

The global education community often looks to Scandinavia for inspiration on school improvement, but an OECD report has called on Sweden to implement urgent national reform.

Teacher speaks to four school leaders about taking on staff who've switched careers – and the practical experience they bring to the classroom.

Teachers are at times being allocated to subjects for which they have received no formal education or training. What is the extent of the problem in Australia? Find out in this Teacher infographic.

What are the top three factors that influence an educator’s decision to take on a leadership role? What aspects of the job provide the most satisfaction? Find out in this Teacher infographic.

A survey of Australian teachers and principals has revealed an ageing workforce, which researchers warn has significant implications for succession planning.

Around four out of 10 secondary principals and one in five primary principals say they have difficulties finding suitable staff to fill vacancies, a new survey indicates.