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Gifted Students are Special Needs Students – What Teachers Need to Know.

Just like any other student with special needs, gifted students need extra support during school to ensure they are successful in life.

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Calling Your Students’ Parents – A Uniquely Powerful Teaching Strategy.

I mean, sure, sending an email or a message on an app might seem like the easier option, but sometimes you can’t beat a good old-fashioned phone call.

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Creating a Reconciliation Action Plan – Best Practice for Schools.

All schools in Australia should have a Reconciliation Action Plan in place. A RAP can help teachers support their students in a meaningful and authentic way.

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4 Innovative Formative Assessment Strategies for Teachers.

Assessment is a critical part of teaching, and it is critical for teachers to get it right. These assessment strategies will get the best out of your students.

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Complete Guide to SMART Goals

They can seem confusing at first, but once you wrap your head around SMART goals, you will see why they’ve become so popular.

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5 Critical Differences Between a Teacher and a Mentor.

While the terms “teacher” and “mentor” are sometimes used interchangeably, this doesn’t reflect the expertise and purpose of each role.

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The #1 Obstacle Teachers Face with Aboriginal Perspectives.

Every teacher that I spoke to, from young HASS teachers to senior Maths teachers, were all interested in doing this well. The main barrier was fear.

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8 Simple Strategies for Effective Classroom Communication

Effective communication is a crucial component of teaching. It allows teachers to share information, give feedback, and build relationships with their students.

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Different Types of Curriculum Documentation: What’s the Difference?

Teachers use many planning documents to ensure that they are prepared for each lesson and that each lesson fits into the bigger picture. 

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3.1 Establish Challenging Learning Goals

Developing learning goals for your students at the right level for them is a real skill. It takes some time, training and practice to get the balance right.