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The value of participating in education research: How participation benefits schools

When teachers and school leaders participate in research studies, they experience benefits that extend well beyond their classroom walls. At the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO), we’ve recently had the privilege of fostering research partnerships focused on understanding how to enhance evidence-based practices in classrooms.

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Are we there yet? The long and winding road to evidence-based practice in Australian education

In May 2025, AERO CEO Dr Jenny Donovan gave a keynote on explicit instruction at the Advancing Effective Education Summit in Sydney.

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How long it takes to learn English while learning the curriculum: Unpacking new Australian evidence – Webinar recording

On 28 August 2025, AERO hosted a public webinar exploring findings from its recent report into how long it takes to learn English while learning the curriculum.

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Insights from the classroom: Somerville Rise Primary School

Matt Jackson, Principal of Somerville Rise Primary School, reflects on how being part of AERO’s Learning Partner Project to support the implementation of explicit instruction has improved outcomes for both students and staff.

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Using a multi-tiered system of supports in primary schools

Since publishing our guidance on a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) for lower secondary schools in mid-2024, we've received many questions from primary school teachers and leaders seeking clarity on how MTSS applies to younger students. This article addresses those questions, bridging the gap between our existing secondary-focused resources and the needs of primary schools.

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Some students learning English can take at least 6 years to catch up to their peers. How can we support them better?

Our new research found it can take many years for students to develop the English language skills they need.

Fostering safe and supportive learning environments: Webinar recording

On 27 February 2025, AERO hosted a webinar exploring how teachers and leaders can foster safe and supportive learning environments in their schools.

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Reflections on implementing well: A conversation with a school leader

Matthew Pepi, Curriculum Learning Specialist and Implementation Coordinator at Chelsea Primary School, reflects on how using AERO's deliberate and structured approach to implementation is working in his school.

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New classroom management resources for Australian teachers and leaders

AERO has released a suite of new resources offering practical, evidence-based strategies to help teachers and school leaders create supportive learning environments.

Effective strategies for strengthening school attendance

School attendance matters because every day students miss represents lost learning time. AERO has investigated factors that influence school attendance and evidence-based strategies that can support and strengthen attendance.

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Teacher interview: Improving classroom management with AERO resources

The Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) has developed a suite of classroom management resources that are helping schools across the country. Natalie Polak, Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction at Dubbo South Public School (NSW), shares her insights on implementing these evidence-based approaches.