Archived News for Education Sector Professionals
Students from across the faculties were drawn to an inside look into the world of international diplomacy this week, as former Foreign Minister Alexander Downer and Consuls General Niels Marquardt (from the US) and Nick McInnes (British) spoke at the University Diplomacy Conference at the University of New South Wales.
Rudd deals with more Gonski dissent
Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has extended the deadline for states to sign on for national education funding reforms, some states are using the time to voice concerns with the overhauled policies.
Rugby bans planned if punch-ups aren't canned
Some schools have considered banning Rugby League from the playground if the NRL refuses to toughen up on on-field violence.
Study finds money and happiness not linked
Researchers have found positive economic growth does not equal a happy population.
Talk for teachers on better testing
A presentation at the University of Sydney today will discuss NAPLAN and other broad-spectrum testing measures, discussing their purpose, efficacy and foibles.
Uni program builds big ideas for the future
A program at the University of Melbourne is seeking to foster the next generation of ambitious Australian entrepreneurs.
Uni team predicts grim fate for GBR
Researchers have found the Great Barrier Reef could be all but gone within 100 years if nothing is done about the damaging carbon dioxide levels.
ANU to drop 10% of staff, looking for more first-years
Budget cuts have taken a bite out of one of Australia’s top research bodies.
Funding boost for top tech Uni
RMIT University has been awarded more than $4.7 million in grants to foster collaborative research.
Young workers see greener pastures overseas
A new survey has revealed restlessness in Australia’s young work force, with more Gen Y’s taking flight for jobs overseas.
Benefits of creative education far-reaching, experts say
An educational program is bringing specialist art and music lessons to generalist classrooms and possibly having a greater effect than planned.
Blame game on after Vic. trainee numbers drop
Even with government training funds for private colleges, Victoria’s training market has slumped.
British e-book spells out the state of public education
A British teacher has released a short book that is having a big effect on education opinions.
Education folios left floating after Gillard's ship scuttled
The Federal Education minister and Minister for Tertiary Education have resigned after a tumultuous time in Australian politics.
Gonski going on, Gillard and Garrett gone
In a final victory for the outgoing PM and Education Minister, the Australian Education Bill has passed the Senate.
Napthine draws out decision, waiting for more talks
The Victorian Premier is continuing to insist on further negotiations with time supposedly running out to sign up for Gonski reforms.
Dinner celebrates past and future Aus. Alumni in Taiwan
The Taiwan Australia Alumni Association has kicked off a new calendar of events for Australians studying in Asia.
Indie schools may be the best of the West
Independent Public Schools report a greater sense of empowerment, energy and motivation in their school communities, a university evaluation has found.
UK schools scope out Australian universities
Australian Government departments have joined forces for the UK Outward Mobility: Spotlight on Australia seminar, which spruiked the benefits of studying at Australian institutions.
Asbestos fears force another school closure
Health and safety authorities have been forced to close another Australian school, following more reports of exposed asbestos in government buildings.
Cowboys bring Try Time to Queensland schools
Coaching clinics touring Queensland schools are teaching students to tackle bullying, with the help of Rugby League legends.