‘More sensible is to consider what works in high-performing countries and adapt for local circumstances.’ Former politician and award-winning journalist, Maxine McKew, discusses how schools can replicate success.

Once a fortnight Teacher ventures down to Room 3 – the basement archives at the Australian Council for Educational Research.

Professor Bill Lucas discusses how a teaching and learning approach known as Expansive Education can re-engage students and reboot the enthusiasm of educators.

Two teachers explain how an approach to literacy that incorporates an in-school book publishing program has contributed to an increase in engagement levels.

In the second of two articles exploring Indigenous education in a Navajo community, editor Jo Earp finds out how cultural traditions are used to assess learning.

Educators are embarking on a two year journey to evaluate fresh approaches through school-based research and share effective practice across sectors.

How many of your colleagues are using ICT in the classroom? Is social media a commonly used teaching tool in Australia? Find out in today’s Teacher infographic.

In follow-up to our article on Indigenous student retention, Teacher editor Jo Earp talks to the co-founder of a school in the US that could offer inspiration to educators here.

Do you like to praise students who complete a task that's easy for them? According to a research review, this strategy can be harmful to learning.

Dave Tout explores a teaching model that can provide students with the challenge, the motivation and the purpose for understanding mathematics.