Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - October, 2014
A new Queensland Government Education bill has gone further than recommended, allowing principals to judge the criminal history of new enrolments.
Mushrooms muster new mental links
New research suggests an old product could give the human brain some new functions.
"Regret" on Tassie cuts, teachers not safe yet
The Tasmanian Government has outlined the size of its public sector cuts, and expressed “regret” that so many will be sacked.
Discontent on future students' debt
Clive Palmer may be the saviour of disgruntled academics, as a rift between university management and staff comes to light.
Little cousin's big journey plotted further
One of our ancient ancestors has turned ten years old, but a modern expert says we are just starting to find out who it was.
New view for fresh eyes on data
A high-tech and visually-stunning software suite will bring a better look at data.
IP leaks show cost of free trade
An Australian expert has poked holes in the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPPA), following further negotiations over the weekend.
Vatican books bathed in radiant scanners' glow
The Vatican is taking a high-tech approach to preserving its massive library.
Happy charity drive has serious side
The Queen Mother of Bhutan is in Canberra to encourage young women to higher levels of education.
Next-gen ads take junk food viral
Social media has emerged as the hip new place for junk food marketing, with a study showing that adolescents are being made to spread the message about unhealthy food.
Sexting study shows new norm
Sexting is commonplace among Australian teenagers, and a new study shows it has become a fairly normal way for romantic youngsters to interact.
Strong schools save when finances drop
A study has revealed a new benefit of effective early childhood education, and again showed just how advanced some Scandinavian education systems are.
Cyborgs and streams in high-tech schooling edge
Robots and rivers have formed an unlikely connection, coming together for the benefit of human education.
Freya's freedom decided soon
The student who leaked details of the Prime Minister’s daughter’s “secret” scholarship faces up to two years jail.
Questions over good jobs for poor IT work
Reports say Victoria's corruption watchdog has been running a secret investigation over a botched $180 million schools computer project.
Site starts work to build tomorrow's trades
A new deal means Australia’s robot revolution may start just south of Sydney.
Arts is easy target for academic "fix"
A University of Sydney Professor says that the recent Australian Curriculum review makes some assumptions that could greatly hinder the success of many students.
Backward views taint Ed. review
One of the people behind the new review of the English curriculum is facing accusations of racism, sexism, bigotry and having an horrendous sense of humour.
Old brain claims holding us back
There are many completely false yet popular myths about the brain, and a new study say they can hinder factual learning.
Hateful rate needs shifting now
A survey has found truly disturbing rates of violent attitudes towards women among everyday Australians.
CRC value check will see some chucked
The Federal Government's plan to close important research centres have drawn criticism almost immediately.