New research from LEGO Australia has highlighted the potential of play in fostering connection and understanding among children of varied backgrounds.
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Why we need to rethink the term ‘bullying’
Latest research from Flinders University has identified that the term ‘bullying’ – used to define a range of behaviours – is potentially jeopardising successful and necessary prevention of harmful behaviour at school.
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Do fitness tests do more harm than good?
Whether it was a beep test or shuttle run, most people remember fitness tests in school. But can early experiences of compulsory fitness influence a person’s current views of physical exercise (PE)?
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Report shows relationships, not qualifications, key to better outcomes in maths
A report commissioned by the Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers (AAMT) has shown that the relationships teachers develop with students in the classroom is more critical to engaging students than the level of their qualifications in maths.
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Aussie teachers optimistic about the benefits of AI in the classroom
A new globally-researched report reveals almost half (42%) of Australian teachers are optimistic about the benefits of leveraging generative AI tools like ChatGPT within the classroom.
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Year 4 students hold their ground in international literacy assessment
An international study implemented nationally by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) has found that Australian Year 4 students’ literacy levels have remained steady during the COVID-19 pandemic. Results from the study also showed a decline in Australian teachers’ job satisfaction.
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