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Researching education: Five further readings on mathematics education
Researching education: Five further readings on mathematics education

In this edition of Researching education: Five further readings, we’re sharing resources on mathematics education in primary and secondary, including on teaching finance, mathematics anxiety and more. 

Research news: School students’ perceptions vs reality on vaping
Research news: School students’ perceptions vs reality on vaping

Sometimes students make a behaviour choice thinking it will help them fit in with their peers. A new report from ACER and Life Ed explores tobacco and vaping use among secondary students and finds their beliefs about ‘the norm’ don’t reflect reality.

Reimagining teacher professional learning in Ukraine
Reimagining teacher professional learning in Ukraine

‘… Ukraine’s efforts to reimagine the professional learning journey of its extraordinary teachers is a reminder to us all: the strength of an education system depends on the strength of its teaching profession.’ OECD Director of Education and Skills Andreas Schleicher shares news from an ambitious stakeholder conference in Kyiv.

Teacher as researcher – supporting student agency in the curriculum
Teacher as researcher – supporting student agency in the curriculum

At ACER’s Research Conference 2025, poster presenter Peter Axford – a Senior Teacher at Malanda State High School and PhD candidate at James Cook University – showcased his research exploring an agency approach to student engagement with the curriculum. Here he shares the impetus for this research and how the findings influenced his own classroom practice.

Research news: Preparing teenagers for their future careers
Research news: Preparing teenagers for their future careers

The largest ever study on the job ambitions of 15-year-olds has revealed a stark mismatch between teenagers’ career expectations, education choices and labour market demands. In particular, the newly released OECD data show more needs to be done to help young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Expert Q&A: Meaningful integration of Indigenous perspectives
Expert Q&A: Meaningful integration of Indigenous perspectives

How can teachers meaningfully integrate Indigenous perspectives? In this expert Q&A, Indigenous curriculum specialist Melissa Serrurier discusses culturally responsive teaching, making the shift from tokenism, using authentic resources, and the ways schools can respectfully build and sustain genuine partnerships with local communities.

Photo story: Using animal trails to teach science and maths
Photo story: Using animal trails to teach science and maths

New research from academics at the University of the Sunshine Coast shows that maths and science educators can use visual cues in nature like animal trails and patterns to explore both simple and complex mathematical concepts with students. 

Research news: PISA insights – teachers’ classroom management skills and confidence
Research news: PISA insights – teachers’ classroom management skills and confidence

As a teacher, how confident are you when it comes to classroom management? A new report released today explores teacher self-efficacy in classroom management. It’s a great prompt for thinking about your own skills, practices and professional development needs, and if you have a leadership role, those of your team.

Research news: Student absenteeism and its impact on teachers
Research news: Student absenteeism and its impact on teachers

It has been well established that student absenteeism has a negative impact on learning outcomes and other students in the class. But what about on other members of the school community, namely teaching staff? New research explores the link between student absenteeism and teacher job satisfaction. 

Planning for a successful school camp, excursion or incursion
Planning for a successful school camp, excursion or incursion

Excursions, camps and incursions are a great way for teachers to tap into external expertise and learning experiences to support needs and complement what you’re doing in the classroom. Just like your regular lesson activities, you’ll need to plan well to get the most out of them.