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‘It started as a little bit of a pipe dream. We knew that if we could get 30 people to sign up for Science of Language and Reading short courses, we would break even. So we aimed for 50. In our first iteration, we got 900.’ - SOLAR Lab co-director Tanya A. Serry, PhD The sheer demand for the School of Education, La Trobe University’s SOLAR courses testifies to the current state of reading education in Australia. The courses draw on scientific understanding of how the human brain learns to read, equipping teachers with the tools they need to teach their students effectively in their early years. Until the Victorian Government’s recent commitment to embed evidence-based teaching into every classroom from prep to grade 2, each individual school decided on its own approach to teaching reading—with mixed results. ‘You buy a lottery ticket when your child starts school,’ says SOLAR lab Co-Director Pamela Snow. ‘Some will align strongly with the scientific evidence…others however, use a mixed bag of approaches.’ We’re proud the SOLAR lab is playing a key role in setting the standard for new teaching practices, working with select schools to make the switch to evidence-based teaching or ‘explicit instruction’ for reading education. Learn more about what it means to study Education at La Trobe:  https://lnkd.in/gNznwbRh #scienceofreading #education #latrobeuni

The SOLAR Lab is a high impact initiative that has been transforming structured literacy approaches across Australia. Pamela Snow and Tanya A. Serry, PhD are leading the research impact! #EducationLTU #teachereducation

This week I'm reading the study that's been making headlines in the climate misinformation world: https://lnkd.in/dDVWxYeM I don't have thoughts yet besides the urge to share something from page 1: the fossil fuel industry (and their PR companies) have been deliberately using university partnerships since the 1940s! I like the phrase "organized climate obstructionism by the fossil fuel industry" best. The study references internal memos, recommendations and manuals advising or planning to "co-opt", "partner" and cooperate with universities and "major scientists whose research in this field supports our position", among other things. In 2017, BP's PR firm suggested targeting Princeton as a partner to "authenticate" the company's "commitment to low carbon" while projections evidence their growing commitment, instead, to fossil fuel production. This study is the first literature review of it's kind; if you read it, let me know. It's a bombshell of things we've known for a long time. #climatechange #sustainability #renewables #justtransition

Davenport University is proud to partner with the North Ed Foundation, offering renewable scholarships to North Ed Career Tech grads and paving the way for success! 🎓🌟 Read more about the partnership here: https://lnkd.in/gSXyt6Xb

As YEIP's External Engagement Chair, I am thrilled to introduce Young Energy Infrastructure Professionals (YEIP)’s first 🎉 Student Outreach Program, which includes 3 exciting sectors. Direct Message me if you want to join our program as a volunteer!   1. High School Outreach: We’re supporting Inside Education, and teaming up with them to bring environmental and natural resource education to life for high school students and teachers. Discover more about their amazing work at InsideEducation.ca.   2. Post-secondary Outreach: Get ready for an inspiring one-day workshop where post-secondary students will hear from industry experts about the latest developments in energy technologies, policies, and the economy in Canada.   3. Building A Tool for Students: We're creating a comprehensive reference tool about Canada’s energy development for students in collaboration with the Energy Ecosystem Foundation. Volunteers will play a crucial role in the early stages of this exciting project. Discover more about their amazing work at [https://lnkd.in/grSgYJK8]. #YEIP #StudentOutreach #HighSchoolOutreach #PostSecondaryOutreach #EnvironmentalEducation #EnergyEducation #VolunteerOpportunity #IndustryExperts #EnergyTechnologies #CanadaEnergy #EnergyDevelopment #InsideEducation #EnergyEcosystemFoundation #YouthInEnergy #FutureLeaders #Sustainability #EnergyInfrastructure #EducationInitiatives

Tropical Consult, in partnership with Save the Children International and the Ministry of Education of Puntland,Somalia has developed curricula for three key subjects in Technical Secondary Schools: 1️⃣ Electricity with Renewable Energy 2️⃣ Construction 3️⃣ ICT Today marks a significant step as we host a #Review and #Validation #Workshop in #Garowe. The event brings together stakeholders and subject matter experts to refine these materials, ensuring they meet the needs of students and the demands of the modern workforce. This initiative represents our commitment to equipping the youth of #Somalia with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a competitive world. #TechnicalEducation #EducationInnovation #PartnershipForChange #PuntlandEducation #RenewableEnergy #ConstructionSkills #ICTForDevelopment #TVET #Education #SkillBuilding #Employment #Somalia

In a newsfeed full of negative headlines, I always look forward to my weekly dose of good news from Positive News. Highlights for me this week are: 🔴 Fake news education: Media literacy is set to become part of the school curriculum. This means that Lilly and her school friends will learn to spot fake news and clickbait and challenge what they see online. 🔴 Electric superhighway: The UK's biggest subsea energy project, Eastern Green Link 2, has been given the green light. This is a big step towards our renewable energy goals and will play a massive part in the UK's net zero ambitions. I've shared the full article below to bring you "positive news" to brighten the end of your week. #sustainability #goodnews #education

Just published a new article with colleague Andrew Chapman on "The Value of International Engagement in Energy Education." We discuss why direct international experiences, such as case studies, site visits, and personnel exchanges, are so valuable for education on energy technologies (and almost any other topic). Check it out at: https://lnkd.in/g4feuErk.

#intled - What will define 2025 for Australian international educators? “International education will be critical to addressing global challenges and advancing Australia’s ambitions in renewable energy, advanced manufacturing and technological breakthroughs.”

Thorough unpacking of #energycitizenship in Energy Research & Social Science...grateful for our good collaborations in EnergyPROSPECTS!