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In The Classroom
NSW scraps BYOD requirement
NSW Premier Chris Minns is scrapping "bring your own device" requirements in public primary schools from 2027. The "back to basics" shift prioritises books and handwriting, responding to evidence that screens distract students.
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In The Classroom
What do kids think about maths changes?
Structured maths programs bring consistency and support for teachers, but risk becoming uniform and prescriptive. Researchers say schools should balance guidance with flexibility and ask children how learning feels.
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In The Classroom
How to improve civics education
Education Minister Jason Clare plans compulsory civics education for Years 9 and 10 after 2024 results showed only 28 per cent of Year 10 students proficient. Research recommends clear guidance, resources and stronger teacher education.
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In The Classroom
Celebrating teachers’ impact
One in three Australians say their choice of career was influenced by one of their teachers, according to new research…
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Health and Wellbeing
Digital detox takes next steps
In his foreword to the Department of Education’s A Digital Detox paper, Education Minister Jason Clare said he supports children learning digital skills in school but that screen time limits are necessary, particularly with AI.
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In The Classroom
Return to paper tests for NAPLAN
Education ministers from around the country have agreed to return NAPLAN to a pen and paper test from 2028, as NSW pushed for the change amid discussions about “digital detoxing” in school.
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Policy & Reform
WA schools face new discrimination duties
WA’s proposed Equal Opportunity Bill would expand protections for students and staff, require schools to take stronger action against discrimination and harassment, and narrow long-standing exemptions allowing religious schools to discriminate against employees and students.
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In The Classroom
Behaviour study survey design questioned
The latest Centre for Independent Studies report on student behaviour in Australian classrooms has drawn criticism from senior lecturer Sally Larsen over the design of the survey it’s based on.
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