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
Songbirds show remarkable flexibility in learning tunes
13 Aug 2019

Songbirds show remarkable flexibility in learning tunes

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The findings could give new insights into human speech development. This interesting article could support the delivery of Biological sciences for years 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, and 10. It would be useful when discussing body systems, adaptations and … Continued