Revolution in the Classroom

Revolution in the Classroom

Matthew Carney and Janine Cohen
02 Feb 2012

An investigation into a new approach to education aimed at improving the standard of school teaching. (video)

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    Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:40:00 +1100

    Four Corners is back on air for 2012. Next up, Matthew Carney visits three very different schools, talks to their principals and students and looks at the impediments to better teaching. "Revolution in the Classroom" goes to air on Monday 6th February at 8.30pm on ABC1. It is repeated on Tuesday 7th February at 11.35pm. It can also be seen online at ABC iview and 4 Corners. Read more.

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I am worried after looking at the website blurb that this will be another city-centric look at schooling. As someone who has been principal of a small rural school, yes, I would like to be able to choose only "good" staff. But the practicalities are that I have to take ... - Maydoh

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Mondays at 8.30pm and repeated Tuesdays at 11.35pm on ABC 1. Also on Saturdays at 8.00pm on News24.

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