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Research shows that teachers are one of the main factors influencing a student’s learning outcomes. from www.shutterstock.com

March 31, 2016

Single‑sex vs coeducational schools: how parents can decide the best option for their child

Helen Forgasz, Monash University

There is no straightforward answer, but research shows there are some key things to consider when choosing a school which might help determine where to send your child.

Girls are more interested in IT when learning is targeted at them. from www.shutterstock.com.au

April 22, 2015

Girls gain confidence with IT when boys aren’t around

Julie Fisher, Monash University; Catherine Lang, La Trobe University, and Helen Forgasz, Monash University

The way IT is taught in schools means girls are less likely to continue on to further study. When you take the boys out of class and direct teaching to the girls, interest in IT increases.

Self-interest and greed drive the decision-making of too many of the professional classes who most influential global policies. www.shutterstock.com

April 17, 2014

Want ethical responses to a world of trouble? Focus on character

Adrian Evans, Monash University; Cristina Neesham, Monash University; David Griggs, Monash University; Helen Forgasz, Monash University, and Justin Oakley, Monash University

We read a lot these days about corruption, self-interest and personal tragedies. The latest report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change for the first time explicitly considers climate change…

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