EdLiveWire
Welcome to the first edition of EdLiveWire for 2008!
In this issue, we introduce ACER's newest education consultant Michele Chen, now available for consultation in Tasmania. We outline how your school can help close the gap with the national reconciliation action plan and delve into school-based intervention research to reduce bullying. We also offer a range of Professional Development workshops for you to consider and, as usual, some tempting special offers. I hope you enjoy this edition of EdLiveWire.
Mandy Stephens
Editor, EdLiveWire
Meet Michele Chen - ACER's Tasmanian Education Consultant
ACER welcomes Michele Chen as our newest Education Consultant. Michele is based in Hobart, Tasmania and brings a depth of knowledge and vast experience to the role of Education Consultant.
Australian Schools help to close the gap
Schools across Australia can sign up to be part of the national effort towards closing the 17-year life expectancy gap between indigenous and non-indigenous children, through the Reconciliation Action Plan Program for Schools.
Learn more about the Reconciliation Action Plan
School-based intervention research to reduce bullying in Australia 1999-2006: What works, what doesn’t and what’s promising?
Given the finite resources to address student bullying, schools need to identify the most parsimonious model of whole-of-school strategies that can consistently and successfully reduce bullying victimisation and perpetration experienced by school-age children.
Learn more about research into Bullying
Interested in Teaching in the US?
Australian educators have a unique opportunity to explore alternative teaching methods and experience new instructional approaches by teaching in the United States.
Schools Summit
The Australian Government is inviting Australian primary and secondary schools to participate in a series of School Summits in the lead-up to the Australia 2020 summit on 19 and 20 April.
Learn more about the Schools Summit
ACE National Conference 13 - 15 April 2008
Imagination, Inspiration Innovation
The 2008 ACE national conference in Hobart is designed to challenge thinking, encourage reflection on current practice and ignite the passion of the profession. A high quality program includes speakers such as; Prof Denise Bradley AO, Li Cunxin, Saul Eslake, Prof Erica McWilliam, Prof Joseph Lo Bianco, Prof Guy Claxton and Brian Caldwell.
Professional Learning Workshops
Victoria
Body Image:Eating disorders,self esteem and weight issues in primary and secondary schools.
Presenter: Dr Jenny O'Dea
Body dissatisfaction in children and adolescents has increased dramatically in the last few decades. Dr Jenny O'Dea's timely workshops allow teachers to explore and develop a planned approach to body image issues in an informed, positive and effective manner for body sensitive young people.
Learn more about Workshops in VictoriaWestern Australia
Managing Student Behaviour
Presenter: Jenny Mackay
The AISWA is running a workshop on managing student behaviour for members and non-members. Filled with practical techniques to promote positive behaviour for individuals and groups with a focus on engagement, containment and consequences.
Learn more about Workshops in Perth
Brisbane
The Good, the Bad and the Promising: Whole School Strategies to Reduce Bullying
Presenter: Professor Donna Cross
This workshop based on the latest research evidence, will examine key issues in the prevention of bullying, including cyber-bullying. You will also learn ways to gauge the effectiveness of current anti-bullying strategies.
Australia-wide
International Masterclass for School Leaders
This Masterclass is for school leaders committed to leading the thinking in their school communities. Masterclass presenters Prof John Edwards, Bill Martin and Dr Neil Carrington share many decades of leadership and coaching experience and will assist you to reflect deeply on your current leadership practice and match these against the world's best.
Learn more about the International Masterclass for School Leaders
ACER Press: Latest Releases
A Parent's Guide to 
The Developmental Management Approach to Classroom Beahviour
Author: Ramon Lewis
Special Offers!
Teacher - Going... Going... Gone...Digital!
To launch their new online version, Teacher magazine is offering a free Collins Spell Checker (worth $40.00) to the first 100 subscribers in March. The new online version is easy to read, environmentally friendly and a steal for only $55.00 for 10 issues per year!
Contact an ACER education consultant in your capital city!
Melbourne |
Sydney |
Perth |
Brisbane |
Hobart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terri Cornish | Shane Thompson | Karen Elvish | Michele Chen |
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