Vision Australia launches STEM tool for blind children
Vision Australia has launched a hands-on educational STEM tool designed to teach skills in computer coding and programming to young students who are blind.
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Is handwriting the key to improved literacy skills?
In an age where our lives are so technology-rich, a new study investigates the links between handwriting and other literacy skills in young children; highlighting that the (hand)written word should be the way of the future rather than a shift to paperless schools.
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Mathematics success at the secondary level
Professor Kim Beswick from the University of New South Wales discusses her research into Mathematics success and engagement at the secondary level, highlighting the importance of teaching low attainers to act like high attainers, and learn in the same ways that successful learners learn.
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Relationships and sexuality education in today’s world
Dr Sharyn Burns from Curtin University discusses the complex nature of relationships and sexuality education and the need for ongoing training and professional development opportunities within this space.
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NAP Science Literacy report shows positive signs
Though just 58 per cent of Year 6 students and 50 per cent of Year 10 students achieved the proficient standard in Science, according to the newly released NAP Science Literacy report, there are signs that students’ scientific understanding is improving.
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New Paralympic Education Project promotes inclusivity
A free online education initiative, Paralympics Australia’s Paralympic Education Project promotes inclusion of people with a disability and aims to challenge perceptions through a range of engaging lesson plans, online resources and a school visitation program.
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