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
5 Australian books that can help young people understand their place in the world
2 Jul 2020

5 Australian books that can help young people understand their place in the world

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Some great Australian reads for your students over the break. It is important for young people to read literature that reflects their own life and also expands their experiences of the world. Credit: Shutterstock Alfred Tatum, a US education professor … Continued
The possible reason girls are less likely to pick STEM careers
29 Jun 2020

The possible reason girls are less likely to pick STEM careers

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Girls score the same in maths and science as boys, but higher in arts – this may be why they are less likely to pick STEM careers Credit: Shutterstock Last month, the Australian Academy of Science published a report showing … Continued
While some science stereotypes change, others confound kids’ ambition
12 Jun 2020

While some science stereotypes change, others confound kids’ ambition

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While Aussie school students may no longer think of scientists as just men, media stereotypes of weird scientists and explosions still stick in their minds. This resource should be used alongside STEM Pack 1: Unconscious Bias to challenge thinking and … Continued