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Dr Anabela Malpique

Primary school students using digital devices still lack computer skills, education expert says

Despite growing up surrounded by digital devices, many primary school students lack basic computer skills such as typing, file management and digital writing. Education experts say schools need more explicit teaching of keyboarding and computer literacy, particularly as students are expected to complete NAPLAN assessments on computers from Year 5 onwards.

Associate Professor Helen Adam

NAPLAN: We know how to close the reading gap. We must fund it now

This year’s NAPLAN results are in. Reading scores have fallen again in Years 5, 7 and 9. First Nations, regional and disadvantaged students have fallen furthest behind. The commentary will almost certainly and rapidly circle back to the same place it always does. It will circle back to teaching quality and Initial Teacher Education (ITE).

A Portrait of Associate Professor Matthew Byrne

ECU expands paid pathway into teaching across WA

The HAT@ECU program is being expanded to regional centres across Western Australia with the support of the Australian Government Department of Education.

Dr Anabela Malpique

Ministers reconsidering online NAPLAN writing test due to concerns about screens’ impact on kids’ learning

Australia’s education ministers are considering whether to ditch computer-based NAPLAN writing tests and revert to hand-written assessments because of growing concerns about the impact of screen use on children’s brains.

A portrait photo of Mrs Marnie Harris standing in front of a white background.

Pre-service teachers hit the road to experience the heart of rural education

Pre-service teachers were given a first-hand experience of the strengths, opportunities and complexities of teaching and living in rural and remote communities as part of the 2026 On Country Study Tour.

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School of Education Careers Fair 2026

SED Careers Fair 2026
On-Campus
Pre-Service Teachers

Kick-start your teaching career! Don't miss this opportunity to join ECU's School of Education at the 2026 Careers Fair to speak to local, national and international employers about your career path and future teaching jobs before you finish your degree.

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Careers in Public Education – Introducing DoE, WA (Joondalup Campus)

ECU’s School of Education has partnered with the Department of Education, Western Australia (DoE WA) to offer all ECU Pre-Service Teachers a session on Careers in Public Education. In this briefing session, DoE WA will provide information about various programs and the range of support you can access during your studies as a graduate teacher. They will also provide opportunities to ask questions and get personalised advice.

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ECU Newsroom

Retro phone trend reveals growing desire to disconnect, ECU research finds

From wall-mounted smartphone docks to old-fashioned coiled-phone handsets, a growing trend for retro phone accessories may be a sign that many people are looking for ways to create distance from their smartphones.

From innovation to impact: Building ECU's future in Africa

What started as an ambitious idea to connect ECU with leading schools across Africa is now opening doors to new relationships and opportunities across the continent.

Go Further: the driving spirit shaping ECU's bold future

ECU has launched its new brand positioning.

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