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We are living through times of rapid change. Today we are experiencing increasing uncertainty and facing not just one but many crises – ecological, social, economic and in the Australian […]
Australian Catholic University (ACU) is proud to recognise its longstanding responsibility to embrace the natural environment, and practicing sustainability is directly related to the Catholic Mission of our university. Pope […]
Students planning to go to university look for more than just the courses offered; they are seeking a whole experience as they continue their studies and work towards a career. […]
The school curriculum is a crowded place; as the world becomes more complex, so too the demands on school time. Educators need to make choices; to prioritise those areas of […]
For more than two centuries from the mid-1700s, education changed little. Teachers took their places at the front of the classroom and imparted knowledge to students, with the assistance of […]
Now is an exciting time for digital technology in education. We are seeing a fundamental shift in how teachers and students engage with education tools, driven by the benefits digital […]
The term ‘digital natives’ is often used to describe the younger generation that has grown up with modern technology. This term – along with several other popular phrases, such as […]
Mobile technology is changing the world. Arguably, the introduction of smart devices and app ecosystems represents the major technology revolution of our decade. Likewise, it’s one of the main drivers […]
In his 2013 apostolic exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium – God’s Mission, The Joy of the Gospel, Pope Francis calls for, “a missionary impulse capable of transforming everything so that the Church’s […]
Can we advance their education with the use of technology? In August 2015, Mark Zuckenburg, co-founder and CEO of social networking site Facebook, claimed the company was exploring the use […]
Catholic Schools share in a close partnership with Caritas Australia to end poverty, uphold dignity, and promote justice around the world. In 2015, a record 86% of Australian Catholic schools […]
ACU’s mission statement clearly defines the kind of institution it is and what it aims to be. It also highlights the qualities of its staff and graduates, stating: “Within the Catholic intellectual tradition and […]
