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Interesting video here looking at using sentence starters to support students to join a class discussion to encourage both academic thinking and social connectedness. This video is part of Edutopia’s “How Learning Happens” series, which explores... youtu.be/kSI4imt0dXg

This video is part of a suite of resources within 'Be deadly Online - a community program about the big issues online, like bullying, reputation and respect for others. Developed with deadly Indigenous writers and voice actors, all Australians can... vimeo.com/78227352

Been to the Early Career Teachers – Setting up for Success workshop? These photos capture the rich learning conversations and networking that took place when it was last held in the Coonawarra, 13 -14 March.... facebook.com/EarlyCareerTeac…

Find great curriculum resources at ABC Education including 'River Kids' a resource looking at the Murray River land inking to the following topics: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures,... education.abc.net.au/home#!/…

The YeS Project is a digital and social health program encouraging young people to act as positive leaders and supportive friends in all their social spaces, especially online. The program helps spark proactive conversations between young people... vimeo.com/288093705

Time for a brain break? We know they work - here's a quick read looking at the research behind why... edutopia.org/article/researc…

New or know someone new to working in the department? It's not too late to register for connectEd, an event for new employees to gain an understanding of the organisation and the people who are part of... plink.sa.edu.au/pages/course…

Here's a research based article (approx 2 minutes) 'How does oral vocabulary help children learn to read'. Findings... teachermagazine.com.au/artic…

It can be easy to fall into the trap of giving your first attention to the learners in your classroom who are displaying negative behaviour. In this video, behaviour management instructor Paul Dix asks educators to shift this thinking and instead... youtu.be/WMZ0bIb5RGc

The Special Education Resource Unit (SERU) website has been relaunched in 2019. With the catalogue now online it makes it easier to find and access resources for your students. SERU is a statewide service providing support to parents/carers and... web.seru.sa.edu.au/

It's World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD). Today not only puts a spotlight on the hurdles that people with autism and those living with them face every day but also celebrates the the unique talents of those with autism. "On World Autism... un.org/en/events/autismday

You may recognise the qualities of your mentor in this article that identifies the five kinds of people you should have in your corner. A quick read that reminds us that mentoring 'is a two-way street' and to... ideas.ted.com/the-5-types-of…

Happy Friday 😀 To teach is to change lives. Here's a quick article looking at standout... edutopia.org/article/6-trait…

Do your students know about Earth Hour? It's the largest global movement for the environment. We can all show we care by switching off lights for the future of our planet on Saturday, 30 March 2019 at 8:30 pm. Did you know Earth Hour began in... youtu.be/bJHpwlkHhdU

An exciting opportunity exists for Department for Education (South Australia) schools... makersempire.com/eois-now-op…

The connectEd induction event is important for new employees to gain an understanding of the organisation and the people who are part of it. Designed to help you navigate your way around the department,... plink.sa.edu.au/pages/course…

The renewed Australian Curriculum SA Teachers and Leaders resource has been released. There is so much to explore and use in this resource which is for 'SA schools to support working with the Australian Curriculum, to design engaging and... acleadersresource.sa.edu.au/

It's Harmony Week and March 21 is World Harmony Day. Let's celebrate Australia’s cultural diversity - it's all about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone. Follow... harmony.gov.au/wp-content/up…

National Close the Gap Day will take place tomorrow, 21 March, 2019. Here's some great Australian Curriculum aligned resources from Oxfam Australia that will help you begin integrating 'Close the Gap' into your 2019... oxfam.org.au/close-the-gap-s…

Highlights here from our recent Port Augusta ECTs - Setting up for Success workshop. Our team always leaves feeling so inspired by the passion and dedication that is clearly happening in many classrooms. And... facebook.com/EarlyCareerTeac…