EducationNow - In Depth

Uni chiefs back fee push

CAMPUS culture, student services and social clubs could be back in South Australia's universities as early as next year.

Magical world of science

THIS year's National Science Week is a platform for all in the field to inspire the community with how much their work can change the world.

Stringent standards

ENTRY to Medical School has earned a reputation for being extremely difficult. However, this was not always the case.

Health's missing link

MEDICAL student numbers are being increased to stem a looming doctor shortage, but medical groups worry there will not be enough internships.

Study in another world

SA universities are stepping into the future by using avatars and virtual worlds to help students role play in simulated real-life situations.

So when is school out?

Kids hate homework but parents make them do it, and while some experts endorse it, others think it should be banned.

World of difference

Spending a year abroad is invaluable not only for the teenager who travels to the other side of the world, but for the students who share their classes, teachers and host families.

Operation: Study

STUDYING medicine can be rewarding, but it is not for those lacking in motivation. Just getting through the first year requires more hard work than many full-time jobs.

Voting for youth

THE age-old debate about the Australian voting age could soon be reignited following research by a Victorian academic.

Setting out on the right course

AS the closing of university applications nears, EducationNow takes a look at some of the new or revised courses on offer to students at the state's three main universities this year.

Looking for the middle ground

As the debate about Year 7 continues, South Australian educators are looking at the wider issue of the importance of the middle years of schooling.

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Imaging techniques to get to the heart of the problem

HEART attack is the number one killer in Australia.

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Debate simmers over where to set Year 7

SOUTH Australian educators want an open debate on the delivery of Year 7 at high school versus primary school.

Helping the brain help itself

SOUTH Australia's tallest poppy asks her subjects to bow before her, as she waves a magic wand over their heads.

Disease riddle all in the genes

SOLVING the mystery of genetic disease is a challenge that will keep scientists busy for decades to come.

Sleeping for success

TEENAGERS who find it difficult to fall asleep should be educated about sleeping patterns and provided with strategies to address insomnia.

Exploring the blogosphere

WHEN American teen Tavi Gevinson was spotted in the front row of 2009 New York Fashion Week's most prestigious shows, the world was "a-Twitter" with curiosity.

Choose career caerphilly

AUSTRALIANS love their cheese. It's thanks to the foresight of our colonial ancestors - the First Fleeters - who brought the art of making different cheddar styles to our tables.

Parental guidance recommended

SOUTH Australian school communities are demanding a reform of school governance and want greater autonomy at a local level.

The world is their cloister

STUDYING overseas can give university students a competitive edge in the global job market.

Counting on maths for your career

SECONDARY students continue to shun Year 12 mathematics, worsening a critical shortage of skilled workers in professions such as engineering.

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A study in success

South Australian universities are rolling out a range of new courses developed to satisfy students, meet the needs of growing local industries and address skills shortages.

When necessity is the mother of detention

SHERADYN Holderhead examines a bold new plan to get teenage mums back into the classroom.

CSI: SCHOOLS

A trail of suspicious activity involving high school students leads Clare Peddie to expose a pattern of forensic science events across the state...

The power of the written word

GIVING traditional English study a fresh cover story was the theme behind a recent conference for the state's leading English teachers.

Visionary art from unlikely snappers

iCameras are helping children to engage with their world

On the road to finding what an embryo wants

THREE-YEAR-OLDS demand what they want. Babies cry for what they want. But how can a five-day-old embryo tell you what it wants?

Cyber technology is top of the class

TEACHERS are increasingly calling on students to help them grapple with advancements in technology, educators say.

Science and fiction of artificial intelligence

WOULD you be willing to welcome a robot into your home? The answer might depend on where in the world you live.

The 2010 NAPLAN tests

MORE than one millon Australian students sat the national literacy and numeracy tests last month.

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Letters to Mr Swan

BETWEEN My School, literacy and numeracy tests and the new National Curriculum, today's Budget and what it may offer universities, schools and vocational training organisations has taken somewhat of a back seat.

Skin disease therapy gets its wings

IMAGINE having skin as delicate as a butterfly's wings. Blisters and wounds form at the slightest touch. Bathing and dressing is a three-hour ordeal.

Assault on cyber bullies

CYBER bullying in schools should be labelled "cyber assault" so students understand the severity of the issue, the head of the state's key parent body says.

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Rising cost of educating your child

PARENTS of babies born this year should start counting their gold coins when it comes to preparing for their child's future education costs.

Taking steps for Year 12 success

NOW is the "perfect time" for Year 12 students to step back, take stock and prepare for the rest of the year, experts advise.

Getting the big picture on sex

CHILDREN are confronted with sexualised images everywhere.

Youth bear brunt of tough jobs market

AFTER making gains over the past decade, South Australian youth are again facing higher rates of unemployment and a tougher jobs market.

The forgotten children of SA

THE FEDERAL Government has increased its assistance to young children with autism to help ease them into school, but hurdles remain - particularly at a state level - for older children.

The experts' guide to tackling SACE papers

Want the inside word on what you'll need to pass your exams? What are the best strategies? What can you expect on the day? And how will the examiners judge your efforts?

Crunch time for tested teachers

AFTER more than 18 months of negotiations and hostility, the dispute between the teachers union and the State Government may finally be nearing a resolution.