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The responsibility to manage children’s use of digital media is often unevenly distributed between parents

Research suggests that "digital labour" commonly falls to the primary caregiver. But as children's needs change, there are many opportunities to renegotiate roles within the parenting team.
A curious mother sits beside her daughter on a couch and spies on her phone use.

How can we make the internet better for children?

The internet provides fun and informative experiences for children, but it wasn't created with kids in mind. Have you ever considered what a better internet for kids could look like?
Primary school children using tablet computers while sitting at their desks in a classroom.

What does and doesn’t work when it comes to maths anxiety?

A fear of, or apprehension about, doing maths can affect a student's achievement. Glenn Fahey, from the Centre for Independent Studies, explains what can be done about it.
A young female student looks to the left of the classroom while working at her desk.

Everyone at my school learnt sign language so I could experience education like other kids

Sherrie Beaver was born deaf and it seemed ordinary to her that everyone in her small town could sign. Years later, she learnt this was due to tireless advocacy by her mum and the school’s leadership.
An old photo of a smiling 5-year-old girl in a turquoise cardigan with a yellow collar and sleeves. She is holding a blue box.

Students say mobile phone bans at school help them avoid distractions and create room for other interests

We asked three student reporters to respond to an issue affecting students. They decided to reflect on the recent ban of mobile phones at their high schools.
Three smiling female high school students in uniform look at their mobile phones outside of school.

Queensland sets a clear path forward for teaching children how to read

Too many schools across Queensland are still not using the best approach for teaching children how to read. And children are paying the price. Fortunately, this is set to change.
Two young school kids work together on reading a small book designed to help students learn to read.

How did birds survive while dinosaurs went extinct?

When an asteroid struck Earth 66 million years ago, dinosaurs went extinct but some birds remained. An expert explains why.
An illustration of four Miragaia dinosaurs walking through a marsh as three Dorygnathus pterosaurs fly overhead.

Writing memoir can help young people with their self-expression and self-worth

Students need an opportunity to make sense of their own lives and memories. So for young people, memoir writing can be a lifeline. Author and teacher Amra Pajalic explains.
A teenage girl sits cross-legged on a grey sofa and writes in an exercise book as she smiles.

Young Australians increasingly get news from social media, but many do not understand algorithms

The shift in young people's news engagement towards social media highlights their need to learn about social media business models, identifying misinformation and how algorithms work.
Five serious teenagers sitting in a row outside and using mobile phones.

The benefits of starting an intergenerational learning program at a school

As seen in the ABC series Old People's Home for Teenagers, intergenerational learning programs can result in mentally stimulating and reciprocal learning experiences for both students and older people.
A teenager rests her head on the shoulder of an older woman who’s wearing tinted glasses and holding a white cane for low vision

Meaningful connections with elders can help teenagers with their mental health and confidence

Teachers are taking their students' learning out of the classroom and sharing it with people in aged care homes. The mutual connections made are benefiting both young and older people.
A teenager rests her head on the shoulder of an older woman who's wearing tinted glasses and holding a white cane for low vision

What is the apex predator of the world?

To determine the apex predator of the world, we first need to understand what types of predators there are, and what we mean by “apex”.
A saltwater crocodile lying on the ground in the sun with its mouth open.

I’m a teacher fighting burnout, but my students keep me energised

The classroom is Amra Pajalic’s happy place, and her students fuel her fire. But she also battles burnout and recognises she’s not the same teacher she was a few years ago.
Happy high school students in plain clothes sitting in class and looking at a teacher.

Inclusion is vital to student wellbeing, but more can be done to support diverse students and families

When it comes to gender and sexuality diversity, research shows that an inclusive school environment has positive impacts for the entire student community.
A close-up of two people holding hands while wearing rainbow-coloured wristbands.

The path to educational equity is clear but not easy

Many teachers across Australia have leveraged effective instruction to advance educational equity, so that students' achievement isn’t determined by their postcode.
Four young students in school uniform are sitting in class and pay attention.
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