In what has been described as a ground-breaking decision, the Fair Work Commission has granted the Independent Education Union’s application for an authorisation to bargain for pay rises for teachers and educators in more than 100 preschools across NSW.
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Beating burnout: a coaching success story with St Mary’s Principal Katrina Dunne
According to LinkedIn, educators are amongst the highest burnout rate in professions by category. Common challenges associated with the career choice are workload management, long hours, and overwhelm compounded with time leading to burnout.
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Debunking myths: switching to a new Student Information System
A Student Information System, or SIS, plays a pivotal role in the daily operations of a school, making it essential to choose the most suitable system tailored to its specific needs, system software company iSAMS explains.
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Inclusive STEAM education project wins major design award
A Monash University project aimed at helping people with disabilities engage in STEAM education has received recognition in Australia’s peak international design awards.
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Access to AI app in NSW schools expanding in Term 4
All NSW public school teachers will soon have access to a generative AI app developed by the Department of Education, after feedback from a trial in 50 schools showed the tool significantly improved workload efficiency and enabled teachers to focus more of their time on the classroom.
How a BYOD program helps parents and schools select the right tech
The wide range of student learning devices can be overwhelming, leaving parents wondering how to make the best choices. A simple yet effective solution to help parents is to consider a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program for your school.
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