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A new report from the Climate Council has found air pollution is endangering children at thousands of schools and childcare centres The pollution exposes developing children to face increased risk of asthma attacks, reduced lung functions and respiratory conditions. Although urban city planning can play a role in how much exposure to pollution children can …
A recent University of Melbourne study highlights that secondary students in Brisbane and Melbourne’s new high-rise schools are craving more outdoor green spaces. As these vertical schools rapidly rise in urban areas, there is limited research on their design and impact on students. The research reveals that students value interactions with nature and suggests that …
In the wake of a troubling incident at Yarra Valley Grammar, where male students created offensive documents about their female peers, questions arise about addressing misogyny and promoting respect in schools. As educators seek solutions, understanding the root causes and effective interventions becomes paramount. We speak with Professor Helen Cahill from Melbourne University an expert …
Many teachers in Australia feel unprepared to teach indigenous studies at school. Highlighting significance of incorporating indigenous histories and cultures into the Australian Curriculum, we speak to Professor Melitta Hogarth from the University of Melbourne about the need for resources to ensure a more inclusive approach to education. Produced By: Moemina Shukur Featured In Story: …
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Mobile phones and smart devices will be banned from all Queensland state schools at the start of the school year 2024. Queensland’s Minister of Education Grace Grace says all State schools will follow an away-for-the-day smart device policy and students will be barred from having phones and other smart devices on their person for the …
Bullying is a serious problem in Australian schools. In 2019, over 20 per cent of young people reported experiences of bullying in the previous year. But researchers say it’s vital to focus on early intervention with social and emotional learning strategies to minimise bullying. The Big Talks Little People – a new anti-bullying class resource …
A new anti-bullying class resource developed in South Australia Read More »
Most schools across Australia have sexual health as part of the curriculum, and is taught from preschool to year 12. But most resources are not culturally safe for Muslim students, and it needs to be created with the support of the community. Researchers from Monash University and Independent Schools Victoria will develop a curriculum specifically …
New initiative to empower muslim students through sexual education Read More »