Teaching under a tree

As primary schools continue to invest in purpose-built nature play spaces, experts are encouraging teachers to deliver more of the curriculum in outdoor areas, to boost students’ wellbeing and development and to maximise the use of play spaces.

Education in the age of ChatGPT

The potential impact of AI chatbots such as ChatGPT on education is nothing short of remarkable, causing many educators to reflect on the very purpose of university education.

Maths doesn’t have to be murder

No child likes doing reams of maths homework or sitting NAPLAN tests, but parents can take some simple steps to support their children’s studies.

Effective learning depends on good teaching

Plenty of homework, small classroom sizes and a long school day are often seen as the mark of a successful school – but research shows the number one factor that impacts learning is engaging teaching.

UNSW Professor Deborah Brennan co-leads inquiry into universal child care

UNSW Professor Emerita Deborah Brennan, pictured here with Jason Clare MP, will co-lead a Productivity Commission inquiry into making early childhood education and care more accessible and affordable.

Open and shut case

Open plan classrooms are increasingly pushed by trendy education experts, despite every teacher knowing that traditional rows of desks in dedicated classrooms are much better for both pupils and teaching.

How we can stop losing teachers

COVID-19 exposed existing cracks in the teaching profession which need to be fixed urgently.

Maths education doesn’t add up

There are significant challenges facing teaching and research in the mathematical sciences in Australia, according to a nation-wide review of the discipline.

Mighty oaks from little acorns grow

Research at the University of South Australia shows the simple act of gardening can help primary school children engage with their curriculum and encourage a sustainable future.

Are domestic students missing out?

Australian universities have boosted their income by enrolling large numbers of overseas students in recent years, but a new report argues this means domestic students are missing out in key areas of study.

Adding up the numbers on preschool

Australia has spent more than A$11 billion dollars since 2008 to expand government-funded preschool to prepare 4-year-olds for school, but there’s no hard evidence its made a difference.

Health on the school menu

An innovative school lunch program serving fresh and tasty meals is being piloted by a South Australian Junior School, in collaboration with Adelaide’s Africola Canteen and researchers at Flinders University.