Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Education and Training in Australia

Nation Building - Economic Stimulus Plan
Keep informed about the economy and the progress of the Australian Government's $42 billion Nation Building - Economic Stimulus Plan. This site links to information on what's happening with solar rebates and insulation programs, the bonus payments and the community infrastructure, education, housing and road and rail programs. You can subscribe to regular updates on the Economic Stimulus Plan.
www.economicstimulusplan.gov.au
Australian Information and Communications Technology in Education Committee (AICTEC)
The Australian Information and Communications Technology in Education Committee (AICTEC) is a national, cross-sectoral committee responsible for providing advice to all Australian Ministers of Education and Training on the economic and effective utilisation of online technologies in Australian education and training.
www.aictec.edu.au
Bullying. No way!
School communities around Australia can increase understanding about the issues surrounding bullying, harassment and violence, hear others' stories, find out about resources, and share strategies and success stories across the nation.
www.bullyingnoway.com.au
Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR)
The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) is the lead government agency providing national leadership in education and workplace training, transition to work and conditions and values in the workplace.
www.deewr.gov.au
Determination of GST-free Education Courses
Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations page with determinations.
www.dest.gov.au
Digital Education Revolution
The aim of the Australian Government Digital Education Revolution program is to contribute sustainable and meaningful change to teaching and learning in Australian schools that will prepare students for further education, training, jobs of the future and to live and work in a digital world. This Digital Education Revolution website has sections on the National Secondary School Computer Fund (the Fund); broadband connections to schools; and frequently asked questions.
www.digitaleducationrevolution.gov.au
Education and Training for Rural and Remote Allied Health Professionals
Services for Australian Rural and Remote Allied Health Education and Training website provides education resources and interactive training modules for Allied Health Professionals moving to, working in or contemplating taking up, practice in remote and rural Australia.
www.sarrahtraining.com.au
Links to Useful Information for Individuals and Communities on Education
Community.gov.au is a portal to information relevant to individuals and community organisations across Australia. On this part of the Community Portal you will find links to a range of resources and information from pre-school to university.
www.community.gov.au
Structured Workplace Learning and Local Community Partnerships
The Australian Government Structured Workplace Learning Programme (SWL) is an initiative that aims to provide workplace opportunities to students to assist them make a successful transition through school, and from school to further education, training, employment and active participation in the community.
www.dest.gov.au
Teaching Australia
Teaching Australia - Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership is an independent national body, funded by the Australian Government to strengthen and advance the teaching profession. Its focus is national, encompassing teaching and school leadership in all settings, sectors and jurisdictions, from early childhood through to senior secondary.
www.teachingaustralia.edu.au
Workplace English Language and Literacy (WELL) Programme
The main aim of the WELL (Workplace English Language and Literacy) Programme is to provide workers with English language, literacy and numeracy skills.
www.deewr.gov.au

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