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Should you reward kids for success? Or is there a better way to talk about achievement?

Friday, 06 September 2024

It’s become a ritual in our family – after a long day at his rowing regatta, my 17-year-old son and I get fast food on the way home. I am sure there are far more nutritious ways to replace the calories he’s burned. But I make no apologies for the pit stop.

Does it matter if students do tests on computers or on paper?

Friday, 23 August 2024

Australian students are increasingly taking tests on computers. This includes major tests used to check national progress on literacy and numeracy.

Why is sex and sexuality education taught in Australian schools?

Friday, 16 August 2024

Sex ed in Australia is “hit and miss” according to Dr David Rhodes, senior lecturer in the School of Education at Edith Cowan University.

Will an increase to wages in early childhood education be enough to help workers and parents?

Friday, 16 August 2024

The Federal government has announced a 15% increase to wages in early childhood education, over 2 years.

The Y WA launch new school readiness program to tackle developmental vulnerabilities

Friday, 09 August 2024

Early childhood education and care (ECEC) provider the Y WA has responded to what it terms ‘alarming’ statistics showing that 22 per cent of children start school developmentally vulnerable in one or more Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) domains by developing a unique school readiness program.

Using AI to help address aggression in ED

Friday, 02 August 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been integrated into an immersive virtual-reality-enhanced computer simulation program developed by researchers from Edith Cowan University.

ECU Wins Innovator Award

Friday, 02 August 2024

Dr Julie Boston, School of Education, Dr Brennen Mills, School of Medical and Health Sciences, Associate Professor Martin Masek, School of Science and the Simulation & Immersive Digital Technology Group (SIDTG), Edith Cowan University win an Innovation Award for ParaVerse.

Teachers Supporting Teachers – the global podcast

Friday, 02 August 2024

The Teachers Supporting Teachers podcast, hosted by ECU's Professor Narelle Lemon and Marnie Harris, has launched a new thought-provoking series. The latest instalment delves into the complexities and rewards of teaching - from the city to the country.

ECU virtual reality used in Special Operations training

Tuesday, 30 July 2024

Dr Julie Boston, School of Education, Dr Brennen Mills, School of Medical and Health Sciences, Associate Professor Martin Masek, School of Science and the Simulation & Immersive Digital Technology Group (SIDTG), Edith Cowan University have designed ParaVerse, a parachute rehearsal and training virtual reality (VR) simulator for Special Operations Command (SOCOMD) Army.

AI Might Interfere with the Acquisition of Writing Skills Supporting the Development of “Hybrid Writers” in the AI Age

Friday, 26 July 2024

A growing number of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems are starting to revolutionise written communication.

ECU is researching a new approach to self care, and needs the help of ECEC

Tuesday, 23 July 2024

With many early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers experiencing challenges in attracting and retaining staff, and with high numbers of ECEC professionals saying burnout, administrative overload and overwork are the reason they want to leave the sector, self care is often proposed as being part of the ‘beating burnout’ prescription.

ECU’s CU July Holiday Program 2024: Nurturing learning beyond the classroom

Friday, 19 July 2024

The curiosity and energy of our young CU learners were brought to life as they visited the ECU Joondalup, Mount Lawley, and South West campuses and eagerly participated in an assortment of fun, hands-on workshops - fun and learning had by everyone, young and old!

If the NZ government wants to improve student outcomes, it needs to invest more in school-based healthcare

Friday, 12 July 2024

New Zealand’s school achievement is currently front and centre with the government’s plans to invest NZ$67 million into structured literacy. But what has been largely missing from the discussion on education is the impact health can have on learning and academic achievement.

Investigating school students’ science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) career goals in Turkey

Wednesday, 19 June 2024

In Turkey, mathematics and science questions make up the bulk of national standardised examinations at the end of lower and upper secondary education, and teaching practices are largely influenced by these exams.

ECU School of Education alumni take out top honours

Friday, 14 June 2024

ECU is proud to extend heartfelt congratulations to three School of Education alumni who are making exceptional contributions to the field of arts and culture, youth, and community.

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