Families
Is there a ‘right way’ to teach? Recent debates suggest yes, but students and schools are much more complex
Explicit instruction or teaching involves teachers “clearly explaining, demonstrating and modelling to st.udents” why they are learning something.
Too many Year nine students are missing school. What can parents and teachers do to keep them engaged?
Year nine often represents a difficult time for teachers and students.
Affordable school lunch options as cost-of-living crisis intensifies
o keep costs low for families, here are some of our top…
‘My brain leaves the room’: what happens when teachers talk too much?
Just as important as the proportion of teacher talk is how easy…
‘The teacher returned the call to my ex’: how separated parents struggle to get information from their child’s school
Most separated parents are unhappy with school communication.
Virtual education on the rise as schools battle real absenteeism issues
Victorian state secondary school students missed an average of 5.6 weeks in…
Is social media making you unhappy? The answer is not so simple
For some, social media is a way to connect with people we…
Games help bring families and friends back together (in the real world)
From card games to childhood favourite board games - can families that…
Sport voucher boost gets kids moving
Families can search an online database of sporting clubs and businesses happy…
What can you do if you think your teen already has unhealthy social media habits?
We need to be careful about referring to social media use as…
Dive into school holiday fun
Creative activities and hands-on workshops are inspired by the Wildlife Photographer of…
Australian Institute of Family Studies guide encourages outdoor play for kids. And parents should follow their lead.
Dr MacDonald says it's always worth considering "the bigger picture" of green…
‘I don’t really wanna consume his content’: what do young Australian men think of Andrew Tate?
Research shows there is a diverse range of views about 'manfluencer' Andrew…
Helping parents and educators work together to support children’s mental health concerns
Currently, one in seven children aged four-17 years old meet clinical criteria…
Financial literacy education tips for working teenagers navigating tax time
With an eye on providing tips specifically for young people who are…
We research online ‘misogynist radicalisation’. Here’s what parents of boys should know
Many parents are worried about their children using social media. But these…
Why won’t my kids listen to me? A psychologist explains
According to psychologist Albert Mehrabian’s model of communication, only seven per cent…
Teaching community sports clubs how they can help save lives
“The promotion of mental health and well-being in sporting environments is crucial…
Play-based learning helps children manage mental health concerns
“Despite the fact that demand for our services keeps growing, the federal…
