Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

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Student retention in Indigenous contexts
Student retention in Indigenous contexts
Oct 14,2014

What can educators at the grassroots level do to continue to drive improvement in Indigenous student retention?

school culture, teaching skills, cultural background, pathways, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, long reads
On track to achievement
On track to achievement
Aug 21,2014

As well as improving fitness levels, this school in Western Australia aims to build Indigenous girls’ confidence and leadership skills, and address the problems that they face in day to day life.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, school culture, wellbeing, attendance, cultural background, short articles, student engagement
Alternative pathways
Alternative pathways
Aug 14,2014

Undertaking a vocational qualification in school is linked to increased Year 12 completion rates for male Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) students, according to a new report.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, pathways, research news, cultural background, short articles
Beyond the gates
Beyond the gates
June 06,2014

A successful program supporting remote Indigenous students in the Northern Territory has proved that tapping into resources and support outside the school gates can improve student outcomes.
school-community partnerships, student welfare, attendance, short articles, cultural background, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
A personal approach
May 26,2014

Is a change in mindset – one that focuses on ‘personal best’ rather than ‘world records’ – needed to help improve Indigenous student outcomes?
student objectives, measurement, data analysis, effective teaching methods, cultural background, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, short articles