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Article
Comparing learning models: Peer mentoring in early childhood education and care
Ongoing professional learning is an important part of ECEC, and quality outcomes for children depend on a highly skilled workforce. AERO and ALNF have conducted an experimental study in the ECEC sector, comparing the effectiveness of a peer mentoring approach to a direct participation approach for professional learning.
Article
The power of evidence in education
This article introduces how evidence-informed teaching methods can support student learning and skill development. Learn about the interplay between evidence and classroom realities, common misconceptions, and how the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) is helping teachers and leaders.
Practice guide
The value of research evidence
This is the first in a series of 4 practice guides designed to help teachers, educators and leaders use research evidence to strengthen decisions about their practice. It outlines common forms of research evidence and provides tips for what to look out for when considering research evidence.
Practice guide
Looking for research evidence
This is the second in a series of 4 practice guides designed to help teachers, educators and leaders use research evidence to strengthen decisions about their practice. It provides information about the types of print and online resources that contain research evidence, as well as using common library and online search tools.
Practice guide
Assessing research evidence
This is the third in a series of 4 practice guides designed to help teachers, educators and leaders use research evidence to strengthen decisions about their practice. It provides advice on tools and strategies for assessing research evidence.
Practice guide
Applying research evidence
This is the fourth in a series of 4 practice guides designed to help teachers, educators and leaders use research evidence to strengthen decisions about their practice. It provides advice for making decisions about implementing a new approach, as well as links to additional resources and information.
Article
Contributing to continuity: supporting children to progress in their learning across our education system
What can be done to create more effective transitions from birth to Year 12, to support greater continuity of learning and better student outcomes?
Practice guide
Encouraging a sense of belonging and connectedness in ECEC
This practice guide outlines best-practice approaches for improving a sense of belonging and connectedness in children aged birth to 5 years.
Practice guide
Transitions to school for children with disability or developmental delay: Practice guide
The evidence-based practices presented in this guide can be used to support children with disability or developmental delay as they transition to their first year of school. It's designed to help services and schools work together to achieve more successful transitions.
Practice guide
Using research evidence in early childhood education and care, Manuka Childcare Centre: Case study
In this case study, an early childhood education and care (ECEC) centre director and a teacher describe their use of evidence to improve outcomes for children.
Practice guide
Early childhood learning trajectories: User guide
This user guide is for teachers and educators working in early childhood education and care (ECEC). It will help you use the learning trajectories, to strengthen your curriculum and inform your pedagogical decision-making.
Practice guide
Engaging with families of children with disability: ECEC practice guide
This practice guide details engagement strategies for families of children with disability. It uses findings from AERO's family engagement for early learning practice guides.