Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - February, 2023
STEMM stories gathered
Women in STEMM report experiencing harassment, abuse, systemic sexism, imposter syndrome and the gender pay gap.
Gender split in brain scans
More connectivity suggests girls' brains really do mature faster than boys' brains.
Tech firms probed on safety
Tech giants are being called to report on their measures for keeping children safe.
WA opening adoption probe
After years of campaigning, Western Australia has announced an inquiry into forced adoption.
Teaching seen to lead results
A new research review by education expert Professor John Hattie suggests that the most important factor in student learning is engaging teaching.
Jumping castle report withheld
WorkSafe Tasmania's investigation report into a December 2021 jumping castle accident is being withheld.
CSIRO links for future work
Australian and US scientists are combining their smarts to tackle global challenges.
Gas study undermined
The CSIRO has been criticised over the findings of a report on fracking in the Beetaloo Basin.
Kids' compassion tested
New research suggests young kids are kind and compassionate until it comes at a personal cost.
Public school sign-ups slide
The proportion of Australian children enrolling in public schools is declining.
Superbugs linked to pollution
Experts say that in order to reduce the threat of superbugs, the world must cut down on pollution.
Expert predictions plotted
Social science experts appear no better at predicting future social trends than laypeople.
Mushroom brain boost seen
Researchers have discovered a chemical in mushrooms that magnifies memory by boosting nerve growth.
ACDC could rock chronic issue
Experts are pushing for the establishment of an Australian Centre for Disease Control.