News: education
AI and Plato clash
Researchers from the University of Adelaide advise that more caution should be exercised for the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in educational contexts. This comes after a new study highlights key differences between modern technology and important ancient philosophy in education.
Joining the fight for better autism inclusion in education
The University of Adelaide is today joining forces with the University of South Australia, Tabor College and Flinders University to make education in SA more accessible for people with autism.
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Scholarships for the best and brightest to teach our kids
The University of Adelaide will play a role in strengthening and diversifying South Australia’s teaching profession with scholarships supporting some of the best and brightest students enrolled in teaching degrees.
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Partnership strengthens ties between Nottingham and Adelaide
The University of Nottingham and the University of Adelaide have formally launched the Adelaide-Nottingham Alliance.
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Leading photonics expert crowned Innovator of the Year
A University of Adelaide professor who is helping to position South Australia as a hub for photonics and quantum innovation has been named the 2022 South Australian Innovator of the Year.
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Art competition celebrates marine life education
Winners have been announced in a state-wide school art competition aimed at increasing young people’s knowledge of South Australian marine life and Australian Marine Parks. The students were inspired to create their art following a University of Adelaide organised roadshow.
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Oxford expert to lead school of education
A new Head of School has been appointed to the University of Adelaide’s School of Education.
Keeping PACE with skills during and post COVID-19
Learn Fast, Grow Fast, Adapt Fast – this is the concept behind the new Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) unit at the University of Adelaide, which is helping Australians to reskill and upskill for a rapidly changing world.
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Maths & numeracy MOOC boost
The University of Adelaide is partnering with Education Services Australia on a new $9.5 million project to strengthen the capacity of teachers to teach mathematics and numeracy in Australian schools. The project will deliver a series of mathematics Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) for teachers and also produce an online mathematics and numeracy resources hub for teachers, parents and students.
University of Adelaide to open new campus in Melbourne
Students interested in studying in Melbourne will now have the opportunity to receive a quality University of Adelaide education by studying at the University’s newest campus.
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