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• What is Research eLert?
• Research eLert - current edition
• How to subscribe to Research eLert
• How to contribute to Research eLert
• Research eLert - archives (all editions)

 

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What is Research eLert?

Research eLert is an electronic newsletter which aims to support evidence-based decision making across the education and training sector. The use of evidence to guide decision making is a key feature of high performing education and training providers and systems. This newsletter is one mechanism to provide access to relevant and useful research; including research conducted in our own system in Victoria.

Research eLert will be issued twice per term and each newsletter will feature a specific theme that is relevant to schools and other education providers.

A range of research papers related to the specific theme will also be included in each newsletter. The research papers are summarised for your convenience and links to the full paper are included.

Research eLert is a useful tool that alerts you to a body of contemporary research relevant to educational policy makers and practitioners. It is developed by the Office of Learning and Teaching on behalf of the Department's Research Executive Committee. Information about the Research Executive Committee, the Research and Development Branch, and copies of Research eLert can be found at: http://www.det.vic.gov.au/det/about/research/default.htm.

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Research eLert - current edition

Research eLert Issue No 9 - Literacy Teaching and Learning in Victorian Schools [PDF 212KB]
This edition focuses on literacy and includes two key research reports (Part A [PDF 343KB] and Part B [PDF 260KB]). This research review provides important background data and information for literacy support materials and initiatives in Victoria.

This edition of Research eLert focuses on literacy. It includes two key research reports: Part A: Literacy Teaching and Learning in Victorian Schools [PDF 343KB] and Part B: A Chronological Review of Literacy Policies and Programs of the Department of Education & Training, Victoria, 1980-2005 [PDF 260KB]. This research review provides important background data and information for forthcoming literacy support materials and initiatives in Victoria.

The first report considers effective literacy teaching and learning practices from a broad range of perspectives and theoretical viewpoints. It offers guidelines of effective practice for classroom teachers and school leaders. The second report presents some key milestones in the evolution of literacy policies and programs in Victoria from 1980 to 2005. The two papers illustrate the dynamic and complex nature of literacy teaching.

How to subscribe to Research eLert

Research eLert is published twice a term and each edition features a specific theme. To subscribe, use the box on the right to send us your email address.

Research eLert is managed by the Research and Development Branch, Office of Learning and Teaching on behalf of the Department's Research Executive Committee.

 

 

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How to contribute to Research eLert

Anybody can contribute to Research eLert:

• Do you have or know of a research paper that you think would be worth considering for inclusion in Research eLert?
• Are you currently undertaking education research that you would like to share with our readers?
• Is there a particular topic or theme you would like Research eLert to cover?
• Do you have information on new publications, upcoming events or interesting websites that would be of interest to education researchers and practitioners?
• Would you like to provide feedback – including suggestions to improve Research eLert?

If you answered yes to any of the above – then we’d love to hear from you. Please forward your information, suggestions or comments to: research@edumail.vic.gov.au

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Research eLert archives (all editions)

Research eLert Issue No 9 - Literacy Teaching and Learning in Victorian Schools [PDF 212KB]
This edition focuses on literacy and includes two key research reports (Part A and Part B). This research review provides important background data and information for literacy support materials and initiatives in Victoria.

Research eLert Issue No 8 June 2006 – Dr Jay McTighe and Dr Robert Marzano [PDF 224KB]
The Office of Learning and Teaching recently hosted a forum with internationally recognised educators, Dr Jay McTighe and Dr Robert Marzano. This eLert shares the work presented at the forum on contemporary research in education and training.

Research eLert Issue No 7 April 2006 [PDF 126KB]
This issue explores the learning characteristics of Year 9 students and looks at how schools are using research in their practice to improve Year 9 student attendance and engagement. Download the related papers: Part A [PDF, 563Kb] and Part B [PDF, 2.7MB].

Research eLert Issue No 6 February 2006 [PDF 86KB]
This issue features presentations delivered at the Research Highlights Conference hosted by the Office of Learning and Teaching at Dallas Brooks Centre, Melbourne on Friday 25 November 2005.

Research eLert Issue No 5 November 2005 [PDF 86KB]
This Research eLert focuses on making provision for older learners. The feature article is an abridged report from a research project commissioned by the Office of Learning and Teaching. Titled 'Policy and Provision in Education and Training for Victoria’s Ageing Population' the report describes and discusses education, training and learning for and by older Victorians, including participation patterns and issues concerning curriculum and learning.

Research eLert Issue No 4 August 2005 [PDF 120KB]
This special edition of Research eLert focuses on research that supports the Performance and Development Culture accreditation. The lead article describes a study in seven Victorian schools of the characteristics that have the greatest impact on student engagement.

Research eLert Special Edition No 3 June 2005 [PDF - 120kb]
A third edition of Research eLert, focusing on the work of Dr Thomas J Sergiovanni, is out now. Dr Sergiovanni is an internationally recognized author on educational leadership. His ideas and theories have helped to reshape understanding of how schools can operate successfully and how leaders can lead most effectively. This special edition of Research eLert includes a profile, selected bibliography, and a Reflections and Action section to assist reflective practice.

Research eLert Issue No 2 April 2005 [Word - 140kb]
This edition explores teaching and learning themes in current research and theory. The key paper, titled Research on Learning: Implications for Teaching, is drawn from two major reports commissioned by the Office of Learning and Teaching. It aims to support teachers and those working in administration and policy across the system to learn more about current directions in pedagogy.

Research eLert Issue No 1 February 2005 [Word - 126Kb]
Research on Human Learning is the theme for this first newsletter. The background paper is a synthesis of local and international research on human learning and highlights considerations for education and training policy makers and practitioners. It seeks to address the question, what thinking and research informs current and emerging national and international initiatives in teaching and learning?

 

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