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Heightened climate change concerns amongst young people: survey

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In a new youth survey by Mission Australia, Young people are deeply concerned about environmental issues. Almost a quarter of respondents express significant personal concern about climate change. The survey reveals that after the environment, equity and discrimination  and economic matters are also high-priority issues. The challenges faced by young people, including mental health, and …

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Improving Teacher Well-Being

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Teaching remains one of the most challenging professions, with teachers expected at different times of the day, to be an inspirational performer, a counsellor, an administrator, a nurturer of young adults among the many roles. With a national teacher shortage, a new study into teacher well-being is looking into the best strategies to maintain teaching …

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Neurodivergent Kids Disproportionately Affected by Justice and Education Systems, advocates say

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In August this year, the Queensland government pushed for laws allowing police watchhouses and adult prisons to be used as youth detention centres.  The Government claimed the changes would address capacity issues while holding young people safely, even though the proposed laws override the Human Rights Act. Academics and advocates say neurodiverse youth are among …

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Diversifying Teachers could Address Long Standing Educational Issues

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A new report from the University of Melbourne has shown engaging people of diverse backgrounds within Australia’s teaching industry could improve staff shortages and student performance. The report outlines several strategies to address current issues in the education sector, by recruiting teachers across four underrepresented minority groups.   Image: Image Credit: Kampus Production / Pexels …

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The Organisation Engaging Aussie Kids in Science

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A Brisbane organisation is showing school kids how fun and interesting science can be. Schools across Australia are inviting Street Science into their classrooms to motivate children to learn more about chemistry, physics, and other STEM disciplines. Street Science recently received a grant from the Federal government to scale a program called ‘The Sister Project’ …

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School Suspensions Having Harmful Effect on Disadvantaged Students

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Education experts are highlighting the ineffectiveness of school suspensions as a behavioural rectification strategy. Research appears to support an education-oriented approach, rather than one focused on punishment. School suspensions are said to disproportionately impact students already experiencing disadvantage. Experts are calling on the Australian education system to rethink the current approach and explore alternative strategies. …

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