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Good to Great Schools Australia will continue to deliver its pilot program supporting primary schools nationwide to improve students’ literacy, numeracy and science outcomes.
The program will also increase teacher pedagogical skills using evidence-based explicit instruction programs and professional learning for entire school teams.
In this article, we will discuss why school attendance matters, the benefits of aiming for 100 per cent attendance, the consequences of missing school, strategies to achieve 100 per cent attendance, understanding and addressing attendance barriers, the role of parents in supporting regular attendance, and seeking support when attendance issues arise.
In an educational landscape that prioritises diversity and inclusivity, Direct Instruction (DI) is a key tool for teaching students in a special education environment. Its structured methodology provides a robust foundation for educators striving to accommodate...
In the dynamic and diverse landscape of Australian education, one of the most effective teaching methodologies that has been gaining attention is eExplicit dDirect iInstruction (EDI). For educators who are eager to make a meaningful and measurable impact in their...
Art education plays a pivotal role in the holistic development of children, nurturing creativity and the ability to think critically. Good to Great Schools Australia's (GGSA) primary school Visual Arts program offers an in-depth understanding and integration of visual...
Direct Instruction (DI) offers a highly structured approach to teaching reading through carefully planned steps. It breaks down lessons into small, manageable units, building on each other. DI uses explicit teaching with clear, simple language and demonstrations,...
By grouping students according to their abilities rather than their year groups, teachers can provide targeted instruction and support to help each student reach their full potential
On 30 January 2023 Noel Pearson addressed the Catholic Education Canberra-Goulburn System Day at the Canberra Convention Centre. Below is the transcript of that speech. Good morning, everyone. I am so privileged to have been invited to join you at the System...
Are you a teacher struggling to engage your students in spelling lessons? Are your students not getting consistent results across the class? If so, you should consider using Spelling Mastery. In this article, we explore what Spelling Mastery is, its benefits, its teaching pedagogy, and which classrooms and schools can benefit from implementing this program.