In Victoria, for instance, the subject which scales the highest is Latin. But it’s only offered by a handful of schools, most of which cater to privileged families.
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There are fewer students continuing to study history in Year 12 than ever before. But that doesn’t mean they don’t value it.
Younger teens typically experience a dip in school engagement. Electives can help them stay excited about learning.
While there are many benefits to subject acceleration, not every student may be suited to it.
When public schools are unable to offer advanced subjects, students who had planned to go to uni give up hope.
Students may think they’re just choosing a maths subject, but they are also shaping the university courses and careers most immediately available after school.
Research has consistently shown girls are just as capable of succeeding in maths as boys.
At this point of the school year, many Year 10 students begin to seriously think about what subjects they might pick for years 11 and 12.
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