Most young people who do VET after school are in full-time work by the age of 25
20 Oct 2020

Most young people who do VET after school are in full-time work by the age of 25

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Researchers and data analysts from the National Centre for Vocational Education Research explain 25-years worth of research about the most successful transitions made by young people between school and employment. The analysis explains why conventional advice such as going straight … Continued
Divide and conquer: why doing maths adds up to life success
14 Oct 2020

Divide and conquer: why doing maths adds up to life success

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Senior lecturer in Applied Mathematics at Macquarie University, Dr Sophie Calabretto, discusses the importance of the skills developed by maths education and how they are crucial for success in life and work.   Word Count: 479 Supplied: Macquarie University "Far … Continued
Teaching maths – what does the evidence say actually works?
24 Sep 2020

Teaching maths – what does the evidence say actually works?

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With a growing body of research around maths anxiety, tackling it in the classroom is becoming more important. Associate Director of The Victoria Institute, Claire Brown, discusses the research and suggests strategies educators can use in their maths teaching to … Continued
Teach questions, not answers: science literacy is a crucial skill
9 Sep 2020

Teach questions, not answers: science literacy is a crucial skill

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Associate Professor Kok-Sing Tang explains the importance of teaching science literacy to students and gives advice about how to do this. Consider the advice and suggestions made when developing lessons to help your students become critical thinkers and prepare them … Continued
Best of: Acids and Alkalis
19 Jun 2020

Best of: Acids and Alkalis

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Our best of series, published regularly, collates our favourite and most popular resources for a particular topic. This week: Acids and Alkalis for year 9, 11 and 12 students studying Chemical Science. Australian Curriculum Code: ACSSU179 Year 7: "Chemical reactions, … Continued
Best of: Renewable Energy
5 Jun 2020

Best of: Renewable Energy

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Our best of series, published regularly, collates our favourite and most popular resources for a particular topic. This week: Renewable energy for year 7 students studying Earth and Space Science. Australian Curriculum Code: ACSSU116 Year 7: "Some of Earth’s resources … Continued