Dr Julie Boston, School of Education, Dr Brennen Mills, School of Medical and Health Sciences, Associate Professor Martin Masek, School of Science and the Simulation & Immersive Digital Technology Group (SIDTG), Edith Cowan University have designed ParaVerse, a parachute rehearsal and training virtual reality (VR) simulator for Special Operations Command (SOCOMD) Army.
A growing number of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems are starting to revolutionise written communication.
With many early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers experiencing challenges in attracting and retaining staff, and with high numbers of ECEC professionals saying burnout, administrative overload and overwork are the reason they want to leave the sector, self care is often proposed as being part of the ‘beating burnout’ prescription.
The curiosity and energy of our young CU learners were brought to life as they visited the ECU Joondalup, Mount Lawley, and South West campuses and eagerly participated in an assortment of fun, hands-on workshops - fun and learning had by everyone, young and old!
New Zealand’s school achievement is currently front and centre with the government’s plans to invest NZ$67 million into structured literacy. But what has been largely missing from the discussion on education is the impact health can have on learning and academic achievement.
In Turkey, mathematics and science questions make up the bulk of national standardised examinations at the end of lower and upper secondary education, and teaching practices are largely influenced by these exams.
ECU is proud to extend heartfelt congratulations to three School of Education alumni who are making exceptional contributions to the field of arts and culture, youth, and community.
Literacy experts have released a “groundbreaking” document that provides evidence-informed guidance for educators to ensure the highest standards of English teaching and learning in primary schools across Australia.
Children today are growing up surrounded by technology making it easy to assume they will be able to write effectively using a keyboard. But new ECU research highlights the need to actively teach students to be able to type as well as write using paper and pen or pencil.
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care NMTAFE graduates are being offered a new pathway directly into university thanks to a new partnership with ECU. The aim is not only to increase the number of early childhood educators in WA, but provide them with the opportunity for a higher level of learning and more advanced experience.
Protecting children from failure isn’t helpful. Better to build their resilience.
ECU Bachelor of Education students can participate in a paid work experience program being trialled thanks to a partnership with the Anglican Schools Commission (ASC). It's aimed at providing valuable real-world experience for future teachers, while offering some financial relief.
Discovering secrets about the human skeleton, bone strength and how to prevent osteoporosis, getting creative and crafty with old magazines to make Zines, sparking curiosity about how maths matters in all careers, building drama skills and confidence through role play and games were the fun, educational experiences offered during the Children’s University April school holiday program.
The Premier’s Science Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding scientific research and engagement taking place in Western Australia.
School of Education graduate Janice Simons not only adjusted to motherhood exceptionally well but also graduated with top results and a strong network of friends and fellow graduate teachers.