The Positive Habit of Perseverance Perseverance is the strength to see something through to the end without giving up or losing heart. When we face moments of uncertainty, doubt, and fear, perseverance helps us realise there is a reason to press on. It is important to identify and commit to the worthy goals in our … Read more
The Australian Government has announced a new initiative helping teachers to upskill with free short courses focused on phonics and classroom management. Designed by experts, these free microcredentials will offer evidence-based professional development opportunities for teachers. “These evidence-based courses will help teachers build on their skills in classroom management and the teaching of phonics,” explained … Read more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising education in Australia, providing new tools and opportunities for both teachers and students. AI’s integration into the classroom is enhancing personalised learning, streamlining administrative tasks, and improving overall educational outcomes. So, what are the benefits and do you agree with them? One of the key advantages of AI in education … Read more
Many schools have just started the third term of the year prompting the question: how do teachers begin the term in a way that will increase their sense of wellbeing? Research shows the way teachers relate to their students at the beginning of the term is a determining factor on their sense of wellbeing over … Read more
According to a report released by the OECD, Australian students are one of the most creative-minded students out of 64 countries. Coming in at fourth place behind Singapore, Korea and Canada, Australian students scored higher than average in their creative thinking at 37 points with an average of 33 points. The Creative Minds, Creative Schools … Read more
With the first half of the year already over, many teachers are preparing for their winter break and the start of the new term. This holiday period is crucial to recover from the fatigue that comes with being an educator. With the stress of classroom management, documentation and intensive workloads it’s no wonder teachers are … Read more
From next year, all Victorian state schools will adopt phonics as the primary method for teaching reading, aiming to enhance literacy skills among prep to year 2 students. The government’s updated Teaching and Learning Model mandates a minimum of 25 minutes daily dedicated to explicit phonics and phonemic awareness instruction. This approach, specifically synthetic phonics, … Read more
A social movement to limit teen sign-ups to social media sites launched in May by Nova Sydney radio presenter Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli and FINCH founder Rob Galluzo, has sparked national interest. 36 Months is a movement that aims to raise the minimum age for social media registration from 13 to 16 years of age, with … Read more
Our team at Createl Publishing, Australia’s leading publisher of Teacher Planners and Student Diaries, is excited to unveil our new branding and purpose – Plan, Inspire, Flourish, which caters to the ever-changing needs of teachers and students. These changes to our identity and ethos came about as we realise that our potential for helping educators … Read more
According to the Australian Catholic University’s annual Australian Principal Occupational Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Survey released in 2024, a staggering 53.9% of school leaders reported threats of violence. That is an alarming 16.8% increase since the 2022 survey. Of those reporting physical violence, a staggering 96.3 per cent was at the hands of students. Offensive … Read more
