Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - September, 2014
A team has received funding to work on a video game that teaches computer coding.
Good points sought in move to US-style uni
An Australian professor of economics has picked apart what he sees as the main failings of the Group of Eight universities in the stance on deregulation.
Kids teach each other about risks of tomorrow
While the adage contends that it takes a whole village to raise a child, a new program shows a village of children could just raise themselves, almost.
Training change breaks down old guard
The Federal Government says it is cutting red tape for vocational colleges, by removing regulations around changing courses or introducing new ones.
G20 should build arena for louder whistle-blowing
Experts say Australian governments can stop corruption while saving money and even lives, through enhanced whistleblower protections.
Sea science upswing on Investigator's arrival
$20 million worth of scientific equipment has docked in Hobart, ushering in a new age of Australian marine science in a stylish coat of blue and green.
Broad boost marked from big vax plan
The HPV vaccine has been linked with a 61 per cent reduction in cases of genital warts among young Australian women.
Chronic gaps creeping closed
A new report has again shown mixed results in one of Australia’s most important healthcare efforts.
Google branching out to Tree of Life
Google has launched an ambitious bid to keep people alive – and Googling – for longer.
Preschool funds maintained, for now
The Federal Government has continued funding for a scheme that gives parents access to subsidised preschool hours.
Seeds of science future watered in Moscow
Some young Australian students’ ingenious sensor glove have been weighed against inventions from around the world.
Study shows good times are gold
Research has shown that experiences bring better value-for-money than possessions.
Uni cuts inch closer to regional necks
The contentious higher education reforms have cleared the lower house, but it will be several weeks before the government takes them to the Senate.
Clues sought for source of male rage
An Australian study is looking for the root of teenage aggression.
Shots fired to fix sad state of STEM
Australia's chief scientist wants a greater focus towards the skills that will drive the future economy.
Skin thinking blurs mind/body border
A new study has revealed that the nerves in human skin can judge the size and shape of things they touch.