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16 October 2018
The key to improving learning in Australian schools
The Gonski 2.0 recommendations may provide our best hope of reversing the long-term decline in the reading, mathematics and science levels of Australian 15-year-olds, says ACER Chief Executive Professor Geoff Masters.
Australian Alumni kicking financial goals in Mongolia
19 October 2018
A new case study by ACER researchers has found that Australia Awards alumni from the financial sector in Mongolia are actively contributing to the country’s development goals.
Tracing Australia’s contribution to international development
08 October 2018
For over 60 years the Australian Government has invested in generations of global leaders, providing opportunities for study, research and professional development in Australia. ACER is evaluating the long-term outcomes of this investment.
Evaluating Australia’s investment in teachers in developing countries
25 September 2018
A study on Australia’s investments in teacher development in Vanuatu aims to effectively evaluate the impact of our aid spending.
SEA-PLM survey preparations begin in SE Asia
18 September 2018
Field trials of a groundbreaking assessment program have concluded and preparations for the main survey are underway, reports ACER Research Director Jeaniene Spink.
Australian students motivated to achieve – but some more motivated than others
10 September 2018
A new report finds that Australian 15-year-olds may be more motivated to achieve than the majority of their OECD peers, but motivation is significantly affected by disadvantage.
Improving access to pre-primary education for all in Indonesia
07 September 2018
ACER is working with the Indonesian Government to support children not participating in early childhood programs who are falling behind in their learning and development.
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Australian Alumni kicking financial goals in Mongolia
19 October 2018
The key to improving learning in Australian schools
16 October 2018
Tracing Australia’s contribution to international development
08 October 2018
Evaluating Australia’s investment in teachers in developing countries
25 September 2018
SEA-PLM survey preparations begin in SE Asia
18 September 2018
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