Proposed education reforms spark unrest

Proposed education reforms spark unrest NEWS Proposed education reforms spark unrestPosted March 8, 2013, by Molly Wiltshire-BridleUniversities have expressed serious concern over the governments proposed new HSC benchmarks for teachers, claiming that they undermine their independence and act as a poor measure of students potential to succeed. Under the new reforms, 70 per cent of school leavers accepted into teaching degrees this year would not meet the OFarrell governments entry requirements, which would include achieving at least Band 5 or results over 80 per cent in a extremum of three subjects, including English. Universities are autonomous, self-governing institutions, Universities Australia chief executive Belinda Robinson told The Sydney Morning Herald. This action significantly and seriously undermines the independence of universities. Premier Barry OFarrell announced the NSW governments plan to overhaul ATAR cut-offs and other entry requirements on Thursday, claiming t hat the intention will be to raise standards and encourage more people to enter the profession. Education Minister Adrian Piccoli described the plans as the most significant reforms around quality teaching ever undertaken in Australia by any jurisdiction. But universities have hit back, arguing that the stricter benchmark could lead to a teacher shortage. Introducing entry requirements such as this ignore the well-documented fact that input measures are very poor predictors of graduate success and teacher quality, Robinson told The Sydney Morning Herald. Robinson says it is probable that many universities, particularly those in regional areas, will witness a drop in enrolments in the wake of any tightening of entry requirements. The way to lift prestige would be to really address the serious issue of remuneration, she said. Where do you stand? Are you considering undertaking an education qualification, and now worry that you wont make the cut? Let us know. ResourcesMy first resumeCover letter for my first jobCareer Insider StoriesShelley Lask - Body Positive Health & FitnessInterested in becoming a?Human Resources OfficerGeneral ManagerBusiness ManagerAccountantOffice Administrator CoursesBachelor of Social WorkEnquire zugnglich Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Health AdministrationEnquire Online Enquire OnlineBachelor of Criminal JusticeEnquire Online Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Allied Health AssistanceEnquire Online Enquire OnlineMolly Wiltshire-BridleRelated ArticlesBrowse moreAdministrationCareer counsellorWhats your admin style?Weve all met one, most of us have worked with one and some of us have even been one. Julia employs the help of some iconic TV shows to delve into the wonderful world of administrative assistants.CAREER ADVICEFuture trendsWill A Robot Do Your Job In The Future? (+ How To Prevent It)Is our future going to be Jetsons-like with attentive and charming Rosies, or are we headed down a dark Blade Runner-esque path where androi ds revolt and rebel?STUDYINGHow To Pick The Right Course For YouStudying is an investment of your time and money. So when it comes to picking the right course for you, make sure you do your homework Heres our how-to-guide on choosing the perfect course.