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New research has found that children who receive two years of funded kindergarten, compared to one, have an additional...
16/09/2026

New research has found that children who receive two years of funded kindergarten, compared to one, have an additional five-months of progress in language development and two to three-months of progress in memory and problem-solving skills by the time they begin school.

The initial findings from the Educational and Developmental Gains in Early Childhood (EDGE) Study provide some of the first Australian evidence on the impact of two years of quality early learning prior to formal schooling.

Led by The University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Education in partnership with The Front Project and supported by the Department of Education, Victoria. Funded by the Paul Ramsay Foundation and The The Ian Potter Foundation.

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11/09/2026

Rolling out from 1 Oct, the Australian Government’s Thriving Kids initiative will begin connecting children with extra developmental needs, and their carers, with the right support.

In this timely episode of Talking Teaching, Dr Sophie Specjal is joined by Professor Frank Oberklaid AM and Associate Professor Matt Harrison to discuss the significant impact of early intervention.

Listen now → https://unimelb.me/3rhOdDK

How is artificial intelligence (AI) transforming education?Recently, 40 top-performing undergraduates from 14 universiti...
09/09/2026

How is artificial intelligence (AI) transforming education?

Recently, 40 top-performing undergraduates from 14 universities across Jiangsu Province, China joined us to participate in a three-week professional learning program that explored education in the age of AI.

Led by Dr Stanley Koh, and jointly designed with Jiangsu Victoria International Education Centre (JVEC), scholars attended seminars and workshops to deepen their understanding of AI and think critically about the responsible and ethical use of AI in education systems and classrooms.

Students also had the opportunity to observe lessons in Victorian schools and teach Chinese language and culture to local pupils.

This successful delivery continues a long-standing collaboration between the Faculty of Education, the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Education and the Jiangsu Victoria Education Centre.

New research from the Faculty of Education suggests that English classrooms may be teaching students to prioritise their...
08/09/2026

New research from the Faculty of Education suggests that English classrooms may be teaching students to prioritise their own views rather than understanding differences of opinion.

In this Pursuit story, Lecturer Dr Emily Frawley unpacks how fostering genuine dialogue and critical engagement with diverse perspectives is essential for a healthy democracy.

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OECD’s PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) surveys more than 760,000 15-year-old students across 91 co...
07/09/2026

OECD’s PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) surveys more than 760,000 15-year-old students across 91 countries and economies making it the world’s largest comparative survey of its kind.

When the 2025 results are released on 8 September, headlines will focus on where Australia sits against other countries but, UniMelb Professor Therese Hopfenbeck has a different message: look beyond the rankings.

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“Good teaching is not enough to improve student outcomes without sound school leadership,” argues former Department of E...
28/08/2026

“Good teaching is not enough to improve student outcomes without sound school leadership,” argues former Department of Education Executive and Founding Director of Zbar Consulting, Vic Zbar.

Join us for the 2026 Jack Keating Memorial Lecture as Vic Zbar draws on years of experience to explore the crucial role of leadership in sustaining change, and the practical approaches that enable good teaching to make a school-wide difference.

Registration is free, bookings are required. A ticket type is available to receive a copy of the recording for those unable to attend in person.

Available now → https://go.unimelb.edu.au/7r2h

A packed theatre, a timely conversation and a powerful reminder of the role education can play in responding to some of ...
27/08/2026

A packed theatre, a timely conversation and a powerful reminder of the role education can play in responding to some of the most pressing issues facing society today.

At last night's Faculty of Education Dean's Lecture, Professor Michael Flood explored the manosphere: what it is, who is drawn into it and why, and the inequalities it claims to address. He considered the critical role of policymakers in preventing its harms, while also offering practical reflections for parents and teachers.

The discussion highlighted how education can help young people recognise manipulation, challenge harmful gender stereotypes, navigate online cultures and develop healthier understandings of masculinity, relationships and belonging.

Thank you to Professor Michael Flood, Professor Kate Reynolds and Professor Chelsea Hyde, and to everyone who joined us for this important conversation.

20/08/2026

Education carries a promise: that every student has the opportunity to learn, progress, belong and thrive.

In the latest episode of Talking Teaching, Dr Sophie Specjal sits down with Stephen Gniel, CEO of the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), to discuss what it takes to deliver on that promise.

🎧 Listen now at → https://unimelb.me/3rhOdDK

20/08/2026

Education carries a promise: that every student has the opportunity to learn, progress, belong and thrive.

In the latest episode of Talking Teaching, Dr Sophie Specjal sits down with Stephen Gniel, CEO of the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), to discuss what it takes to deliver on that promise.

🎧 Listen now → https://unimelb.me/4b5eZ67

That's a wrap on Open Day 2026 ✨💙Campus was buzzing all day long as prospective students and their families toured the...
16/08/2026

That's a wrap on Open Day 2026 ✨💙

Campus was buzzing all day long as prospective students and their families toured the Faculty of Education, dressed up in our drama studio, chatted with current students and academics, played games and learnt all about the potential pathways for a future in education.

A massive thank you to our incredible community for sharing their passion for education today and everyday. We hope to see some familiar faces back on campus in the near future.

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