Archived News for Education Sector Professionals
A law suit on behalf of youth detainees alleges human rights abuses in the Northern Territory's detention centres.
Little helper can have big result
A new study has found tech tools can create significantly higher classroom engagement.
SES study shows imbalance
Swiss researchers say grouping students based on their achievement levels can artificially create social class inequalities.
Veterans fight to fit in
A new survey shows some Australian veterans are struggling to find a place at university.
CSIRO chief to welcome women
CSIRO’s new chief scientist says she will push for more diversity in the research sector.
WA councils welcome CRC funds
West Australian councils are celebrating continued funding for vital Community Resource Centres.
Optus and Curtin combine on AI
A new academic effort has been created to assess the impact of artificial intelligence on ...
NAPLAN stand off waits on call
Australian education officials are in a stand-off that is delaying the release of NAPLAN results.
Study seeks deep brain data
Australian researchers are embarking on a hugely ambitious long-term study of the adolescent brain.
Libraries want viability
Libraries across NSW are calling for a doubling in State Government funding to ensure their long-term viability.
Sports Aus calls for movement
The federal sports agency wants to reduce the massive cost of inactivity.
PM prodded over Reef money
Labor is taking shots at the Turnbull Government over $444 million in Reef funding.
Tech tapped for autism assistance
Children with autism have been equipped with high-tech augmentations to help improve their social skills.
NT calls for telco action
The Northern Territory says progress is being slowed by excess regional telecommunications reviews.
QLD closing Year 12 gap
Queensland is very close to closing the gap in Indigenous Year 12 completion.
SA behind on school violence
A prominent child psychologist says South Australia is lagging behind other states when it comes to preventing school violence.
Slave bill seems toothless
The Law Council says proposed laws to shine a light on slavery could be too weak.
Firies learning ancient approach
Firefighters are travelling from across the country to learn ancient Aboriginal techniques.
My Health Record to be tightened
The Federal Government is amending its e-health legislation after intense public outcry.