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October 26, 2017

Hard Focus on Soft Skills

The term ‘soft skills’’ has been applied to many  of the competencies now being prioritised by countries in their curriculum reform and/or redesign agendas. This term, often used to profle the capabilities of employees and also given prominence in recruitment processes, refers to skills and dispositions, many of which have also been described as 21st century skills. These skills are no longer seen as […]

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October 19, 2017

Jobs Availability Report 2017 released by Anglicare

Anglicare Australia’s Jobs Availability Snapshot (JJAS) shines a spotlight on what the job market is really like for those facing the greatest barriers to work – for example people who may not have qualifcations or experience to draw on those trying to re-enter the workforce after a long break or those living in regional or remote areas. The Snapshot tells […]

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October 16, 2017

Help Improve the Information Provided to Students

The Australian Government Department of Human Services delivers a range of health, social and welfare payments and services through the Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support programs. As a trusted information source for students, they’re seeking feedback on your information needs. Complete the student communication survey to advise: common questions you get from students about the […]

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October 12, 2017

Beyond School: Study Guide Released

The Department of Education and Training (DET) has produced the Beyond School Study Guide  – the Guide is a digital resource for year 10-12 students providing information about Australian Government assistance so they are able to make informed choices about their future studies. There are 9 resources included: Three tertiary education explainer infographics: Higher education or […]

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October 11, 2017

Research finds it’s not too early to think about career development for young children

Every child dreams about what they will be when they grow up, but career development in childhood is often downplayed. A new set of CERIC-funded resources seeks to address this. The Early Years: Career Development for Young Children – a Guide for Educators and a Guide for Parents/Guardians – are the result of Memorial University research […]

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