Education
Australian literature’s great silence
A new University of Melbourne study says we must question the very white stories told in our classrooms and the lack of Indigenous authors in the curriculum.
Helping to develop empathy in digital classrooms
University of Melbourne research explores how schools can help their students to develop and grow empathy when being face-to-face in COVID-19 isn’t an option.
Being a teacher during COVID-19
A University of Melbourne survey found Australian teachers were working harder and longer during COVID-19 home learning, but identified opportunities for change
Future proofing Australian students with ‘new credentials’
A new University of Melbourne report offers a new generation of school and university credentials aims to redefine success for school leavers and graduates.
Education in extreme times
As kids return to school, University of Melbourne researchers says COVID-19 is an opportunity for educators to re-think the relationship between school and life
Watch Episode 4: Life Beyond Coronavirus: The Expert View
Episode 4 of Life Beyond Coronavirus: The Expert View brings together an expert panel of University of Melbourne researchers to review the latest COVID-19 data
How do we teach students about their wellbeing online?
The next step in children's online learning will be how to teach social emotional learning in digital classrooms, says a University of Melbourne expert.
Education technology, schooling and privacy
A University of Melbourne researcher says COVID-19 has highlighted the growth of education technology, but more legal reform is needed for children’s privacy.
The world is a classroom
A University of Melbourne expert says COVID-19 presents an opportunity to reevaluate our attitudes to modern education - right here, right now.
Helping Year 12 students stay on track
COVID-19 means Term 2 of school starts at home; these University of Melbourne experts explain how parents and carers can help, particularly Year 12 students.