ACER's Mission & Goals
ACER's mission is to create and promote knowledge and tools that can be used to improve learning.
Underlying this mission is our belief in the importance of ongoing, lifelong learning both for the fulfilment of individuals and for the well-being of society, and our commitment to the use of systematic investigation, evaluation and critical reflection in the search for ways to improve learning.
As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we are able to bring a high level of expertise and objectivity to our work.
ACER Values
Expertise producing high quality, innovative research and research-based services and materials to improve learning
Innovation taking a creative, flexible and bold approach to the development of knowledge, services and materials
Independence providing advice and commentary that is informed through research, is authoritative, and non-aligned
Integrity being ethical, honest and trustworthy in all our relationships and interactions
Responsiveness anticipating, understanding, meeting and exceeding client and customer expectations
Reflection & improvement being self-reflective and listening to and learning from others in order to improve the quality of our work, our efficiency and productivity
Positive relationships creating an organisational environment characterised by respect, fairness, openness and support of physical and emotional wellbeing
Individual fulfilment encouraging personal contribution and achievement, and the pursuit of excellence