The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development's (OECD) Education at a Glance 2024 report shows how tertiary education in Australia is tracking, and how government spending sits in relation to other countries. The report, released annually, provides a snapshot of ...
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Senators in charge of the Education Services for Overseas Students Amendment (Quality and Integrity) Bill 2024 have reopened submissions and scheduled an extra hearing data after labelling the legislation a "dog's breakfast" and stating it was not ready to draw ...
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Tim Renick is the founding executive director of the National Institute for Student Success and a Professor at Georgia State University (GSU). Between 2008 and 2020, he directed the student success efforts of the university, overseeing a 70 per cent ...
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An inquiry into generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) in education says the implementation of AI in education should be made a national priority by the Australian government, overseen by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Authority (TEQSA). The House of ...
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The close interaction between educators and students means they may notice changes in behavior, appearance, mood, or performance in students before others do. While educators are professionally equipped to provide academic guidance, they may not always feel skilled at facilitating ...
More »Melanoma screening, non-toxic pest control: The 2024 Eureka Prize winners
Researchers who are making strides in research to cure melanoma, prevent scarlet fever outbreaks, and deter pests without harsh chemicals were just a few of the 19 award winners at the Australian National Museum Eureka Prize awards on Wednesday night. ...
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Bill Shorten has called time on his political career and set the stage for the 2025 federal election to be held after he departs for a lucrative university role paying at least $1m. The National Disability Insurance Scheme and Government Services Minister ...
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The third and likely final Education Services for Overseas Students Amendment (Quality and Integrity) Bill (ESOS Bill) hearing held on Friday saw senators put a harsh line of questioning to government departments about changes to international student rules after hearing ...
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New strict rules for overseas students, including an international student cap of 270,000, have been met with concern that prospective foreign students will feel discouraged from coming to Australia, although one international student consultant says the effect might be positive. ...
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