Archived News for Education Sector Professionals
Tiny eco-warriors watched
Researchers say that when children learn about sustainability in their own backyard, they are more likely to protect the environment.
Influencer ads slammed
The ACCC is stepping up its fight against deceptive advertising and online reviews.
Migration tweaks outlined
Labor has resisted slashing overall migration, announcing changes that focus largely on foreign students.
School fined for lift incident
A Queensland school has been fined $200,000 for the death of a staff member.
Chatbot challenge studied
New research shows that social chatbots could be doing more harm than good for neurodiverse people.
NDIS reports on supports
The long-awaited NDIS review proposes transformative changes to Australia’s disability support system.
PISA stats show slides
The latest PISA data shows half of Australian 15-year-olds are falling below expected mathematics standards.
AI guide for school use
The Government has outlined new measures to control the use of ChatGPT and other AI tools in schools.
ARC changes outlined
The Albanese Government has presented a bill to strengthen the Australian Research Council (ARC).
Top minds bail on X
A new survey shows Australian scientists are leaving Elon Musk’s social media platform.
University pay issues counted
Analysis by the National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) estimates $159 million in wage theft within the Australian university sector.
Pollution deaths tallied
A new report says fossil fuels account for 5 million extra air pollution deaths per year.
Reforms spook colleges
Vocational colleges say hundreds of institutions teaching foreign students may face closure due to ...
Tech suggested for deep dives
Local archaeologists say cutting-edge techniques are needed to prove bold new claims about human history.