NSW EducationHSC students reveal which exams they want to move onlineThe majority of Year 12 students want to ditch traditional pen and paper exams, new research has revealed, as NSW’s examiners prepare for the HSC’s first ever computer-based coding exams.
Schools HubSign me up: Australia’s fastest-growing new language isn’t verbalAuslan sign language is emerging as one of the most popular new language options in primary schools – but we’re running out of teachers despite TAFE enrolments soaring.
EducationParents’ staggering spend on school holidays fun revealedAussie families are spending more than a billion dollars a week on school holidays activities as the cost of keeping kids entertained skyrockets.
ParentingSurviving teen party season – and why parents shouldn’t panicFrom secret code words to emergency apps – here’s how parents can protect their teens without becoming the party police.
AdviceCareful steps needed on teen career pathParents can have a strong influence on high school pupils’ study and career plans, but it’s not as easy as encouraging them to “follow their dreams”.
Advice10 questions to ask your child’s teacherIf your experience of parent teacher interviews is akin to a stressful speed date you could be missing out on important information about your child. Here’s how to find out everything you really need to know.
AdviceWhy you shouldn’t teach your child to readParents who want to help their children to read and foster a lifelong love of books need to forget about teaching and instead focus on fun and family time, say experts.
AdviceHow parents let down high school studentsIt might feel like you’re helping, but there’s a common trap parents are falling into that Australian researchers say is a “barrier to success”.
AdviceCould you face going back to school?The other students are half your age and you haven’t opened a text book in forever. Think you could brave going back to the world of study years after you finish high school? Here’s advice from those who’ve successfully managed it.
