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The next frontier in Australian STEM education: Opportunities in early childhood education

Australia must make early STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education a national education priority.

2024-07-30 00:21:08

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Breaking Barriers summit sees experts gather to explore ASD therapeutics

A leading group of international health specialists will convene in Brisbane over the next five days for the Breaking Barriers Summit, an immersive five day event which explores the transformative potential of digital therapeutics for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

2024-07-22 10:07:12

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Compassion Fatigue in Centre Managers and Directors: Addressing Burnout and Building Support Systems

Even a quick scroll through social media reveals daily calls for help and testimonies of exhaustion from crucial leaders. This article explores compassion fatigue among centre managers and directors, highlighting the symptoms, consequences, and essential strategies to support these vital roles.

2024-07-22 09:30:08

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The science of baby babbling – and why it can take on accents

A video of 19-month-old Orla from Liverpool has gone viral, reaching more than 19 million views on TikTok. In the clip, babysitter Olayka is trying to coax Orla into having a nap. Orla, however, wants to stay up and protests in babbling sounds – with a distinct Liverpool English (“scouse”) accent.

2024-07-22 00:30:51

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New study links Mum’s words with children’s fear of failure

The way that parents, and in particular mothers, speak with their children about setbacks and failures profoundly impacts children’s responses to challenges and their future resilience, a new study led by the University of Auckland has shown.

2024-07-19 09:46:14

by Freya Lucas