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Service learning in schools
Service learning in schools

‘Too often service is given a polite pat on the back for being “nice” while simultaneously being positioned somewhere to the left of the “serious business of education”. But both research and practice tell a different story.’

The Research Files Episode 18: A child-centered approach to student wellbeing
The Research Files Episode 18: A child-centered approach to student wellbeing

Teacher speaks to Associate Professor Gerry Redmond about the Australian Child Wellbeing Project, capturing student voice and the importance of focusing on the middle years of schooling.

Replacing homework with sporting activities
Replacing homework with sporting activities

From worksheets to soccer balls. Why one school has replaced formal homework with after-school sporting activities.

Infographic: Principals' experiences of offensive behaviour
Infographic: Principals' experiences of offensive behaviour

A 2015 study looked at the percentage of Australian principals who have had negative experiences in the workplace. Here are some of the results.

Early childhood development - the gender gaps
Early childhood development - the gender gaps

A recent census highlights a continuing gender disparity when it comes to school readiness, with more boys than girls considered 'developmentally vulnerable'.

Student wellbeing: Asking the experts
Student wellbeing: Asking the experts

Young people are the experts in their lives and, as such, should be the ‘key informants on policies affecting them’, a recent report highlights.

School climate - the effect on transition
School climate - the effect on transition

Donna Cross and Leanne Lester look at how components of school climate can affect the transition from primary to secondary.

Infographic: Popular sports amongst youngsters
Infographic: Popular sports amongst youngsters

Looking to set up a lunchtime or afterschool sports club this year? This infographic might offer some inspiration. Here are the three most popular sports Australian six-to 13-year-olds like to participate in.

Teaching in context – resources and materials
Teaching in context – resources and materials

What resources are needed for teaching in context? Dave Tout discusses.

WISE 2015: Recognising change, transformation and impact
WISE 2015: Recognising change, transformation and impact

The 2015 World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) Awards have honoured six projects for their creative approach to learning and positive impact on society.