Classroom technology and digital trends - Education Matters Magazine

Projectors: Size matters

Interactive classrooms are accepted and expected, but it’s not enough to simply display information and assume students will take it in. Nathan Fulcher of Epson explains the basic physics of projectors in a digital age.
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Banana pianos and space robots

Unique ideas were used to show students the connection between electronics and computing at a recent pop-up held by Maker Space at Monash University, as part of a free STEM education seminar series.
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Cybersecurity in schools

An Australian cybersecurity company is seeking to create safer places for students and staff by providing a unique solution that protects schools’ digital playgrounds. Read More

Collaboration across continents

Schools in Coffs Harbour have pioneered an exciting and unique language learning program in partnership with five schools in Bali, Indonesia. A student and teacher exchange program has given senior years students the opportunity to meet those they have built relationships with.
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Bringing fun to the classroom

Australia and New Zealand’s longest-serving educational resource supplier, Modern Teaching Aids, is preparing students for the future with its wide range of robotics resources. Business Development Manager – STEM and Robotics Joanna Burk describes the skills robotics brings into play.
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ACER report addresses concerns in STEM curriculum

According to a new report released by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER), an integrated curriculum, early intervention and a stronger teaching workforce are key to reversing Australia’s downward spiral in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) teaching and learning.
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