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Early Childhood Education – report released
editor | November 1, 2016A recently released report from the GAP Taskforce on Early Childhood Education calls for systemic changes, a stronger evidence base, pilot trials of holistic schemes, alternative procurement strategies, improved governance, better connection between services and the pursuit of stronger parental engagement.
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Reimagining universities in contemporary society
Brian Schmidt | October 28, 2016Digital and business disruption challenges the tertiary sector as much as the rest of the economy. At the recent GAP Summit Professor Brian Schmidt explained why both universities and government education policy must innovate and embrace change.
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First steps count
Rosemary Sinclair AO | October 26, 2016A community centre providing integrated early childhood services in a one-stop-shop with a number of family and community projects seems like a no-brainer. Rosemary Sinclair AO wonders why there is still no government commitment to contribute to this venture.
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What matters most in those early years
Rechelle Rozwadowski | October 21, 2016We know how vital a good start is in life and how pivotal these early learning experiences are in shaping a child’s future. As a parent and teacher, Rechelle Rozwadowski knows that learning takes place outside of the classroom just as much as in it.
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The link between quality early learning and Australia’s future prosperity
Wendy McCarthy | October 21, 2016We have an inequality problem in this country that starts when children are born. Wendy McCarthy makes a compelling case for making quality early learning accessible to all children.
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Do ‘kindy bootcamps’ get children ready for school?
Louise Phillips | October 19, 2016We know that quality early childhood education has many developmental and academic benefits, but what about privatly run school-readiness programs? Louise Phillips from the University of Queensland points out the flaws in these courses.
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Children’s use of electronic games – What are the social and academic benefits and negatives?
Susan Walker | October 6, 2016Digital devices and electronic games have become a part of everyday life for children. Early Childhood Education expert Sue Walker has conducted research into what effect this has on the later development of young children.
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Using my money as a force for good
Rebecca Tuma | October 4, 2016Divestment is the opposite of investment and means getting rid of stocks, bonds or funds that are deemed unethical or morally ambiguous. Leading up to Divestment Day, Rebecca Tuma urges you to use your consumer power and put your money where your convictions are.
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Investing in Australia’s future
Catherine Fritz-Kalish | October 4, 2016Today we are launching our new featured forum on Early Childhood Education with the release of the latest Taskforce report by Global Access Partners. Catherine Fritz-Kalish, Co-Founder and Managing Director of GAP, tells the story behind it.
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It takes a village to raise a child – mentoring young people
Fiona Pereira | September 28, 2016Having someone who listens can help change the direction of a young person’s life for the better. Fiona Pereira shares her experience as a mentor for the Raise Foundation.
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Australia’s digital imperative starts with our youth
John Ruthven | September 14, 2016Australia’s best technology ideas come from those who aren’t familiar with restrictions: our youth. That’s the essence of Young ICT Explorers, a non-profit competition created by SAP. John Ruthven, President and Managing Director of SAP Australia and New Zealand, explains.
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Looking to the stars – Australia’s rising innovative industry
Solange Cunin | September 13, 2016Innovation spaces in Australia need the support of bright and motivated people. Solange Cunin is the CEO of Cuberider, which gives high school students the opportunity to learn STEM skills by designing and coding experiments that are tested in space on the International Space Station.