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University’s role model researchers recognised

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Two University of Adelaide researchers have been recognised as Positive Role Models for South Australians on International Men’s Day.

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Online parent help program leads to less anxious, happier children

Stock image of parent holding a young child's hand inside a school

Providing parenting help through schools led to a significant reduction in anxiety and behavioural problems among children, according to the results of a national study.

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Inclusion project empowers future teachers to support neurodivergent learners

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New training formulated by the University of Adelaide is set to boost disability and inclusion studies in teaching degrees, creating more inclusive environments for neurodivergent learners.

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Positive parenting reduces anxiety and helps prevent bullying at school

Thriving Kids and Parents Schools Project

A new nationwide study giving parents access to strategies to help their children cope with anxiety and bullying is resulting in better behaved students at home and in the classroom.

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AI and Plato clash

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Researchers from the University of Adelaide advise that more caution should be exercised for the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in educational contexts. This comes after a new study highlights key differences between modern technology and important ancient philosophy in education.

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Joining the fight for better autism inclusion in education

Autism education

The University of Adelaide is today joining forces with the University of South Australia, Tabor College and Flinders University to make education in SA more accessible for people with autism.

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Scholarships for the best and brightest to teach our kids

Students at the University of Adelaide's North Terrace campus

The University of Adelaide will play a role in strengthening and diversifying South Australia’s teaching profession with scholarships supporting some of the best and brightest students enrolled in teaching degrees.

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Partnership strengthens ties between Nottingham and Adelaide

Professor Shearer West and Professor Peter Høj.

The University of Nottingham and the University of Adelaide have formally launched the Adelaide-Nottingham Alliance.

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Leading photonics expert crowned Innovator of the Year

Andre Luiten in the lab.

A University of Adelaide professor who is helping to position South Australia as a hub for photonics and quantum innovation has been named the 2022 South Australian Innovator of the Year.

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Art competition celebrates marine life education

A colourful painting of a seal in the sea, by Bella from Kangaroo Island.

Winners have been announced in a state-wide school art competition aimed at increasing young people’s knowledge of South Australian marine life and Australian Marine Parks. The students were inspired to create their art following a University of Adelaide organised roadshow.

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