The country’s notorious ‘gaokao’ college entrance exam is being reformed, but experts say it still has a long way to go.
China’s gruelling exam culture under question
Why you need to let kids get bored
Experts say boredom can inspire free play and build resilience.
Virtual ‘baby’ program questioned
Are infant simulators an effective teenage pregnancy prevention and parenting educational tool, or just outdated?
Mixed response to new student accommodation
International students will soon have a cheaper accommodation option located in the heart of Perth.
Gonski 2.0 may be too “resource hungry”
WA education leaders are concerned about the report’s lack of detail and the amount of funding it would require.
Holistic approach to early education
Busselton council has approved plans for a new alternative early learning centre in Vasse.
Greens senator calls for lower voting age
Jordon Steele-John says the move could help young people better understand our democracy.
$20 million for rangers
The expansion of the WA Aboriginal Ranger Program has been welcomed in the regions.
Men have financial advantage
Researchers argue the fact women are discouraged to learn about money is an ‘urgent’ issue to be addressed.
New app the answer to getting kids outdoors
If you can’t beat them, join them. Nature Play WA’s new app combines children’s love of technology with outdoor play.
Overseas students’ English test now compulsory
But student representatives say the announcement would not mean an extra test or that coming to Australia would be more difficult.
Calls for compulsory training about consent
Universities and guilds across WA are responding to a recent report about sexual harrassment and abuse among students.
Problem-solving with STEM
New school programs focus on preparing students for an automated future.
Smartphone video essays
Intro to Broadcast students explore the future of journalism using only their smartphones.
Chinese lessons direct from Beijing
More screen time for kids as primary schools scramble to meet mandatory second-language teaching requirement.
‘No registered SmartRider, no concession’
Your university student card won’t cut it, says Public Transport Authority.
Story dogs help kids to read
Attentive canine companions coming to a primary school near you.
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