Teacher Magazine (ACER)
Attracting and retaining a diverse teacher workforce
Nov 22, 2023
Explore the importance of diversity and inclusion in schools, and strategies for increasing diversity in the teaching workforce. Discover the positive impacts on student outcomes and school communities. Learn about 'grow your own' approaches, high school academies, and vocational education as strategies for attracting and retaining diverse teachers. Understand the need for support, time, and inclusive workplaces for new teachers from diverse backgrounds. Delve into the benefits of embracing different perspectives and cultural sensitivity in leadership.
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- The lack of diversity in Australia's teacher workforce hampers the ability to provide a more inclusive and culturally diverse learning environment for students.
- Strategies such as the 'grow your own' approach and comprehensive induction programs are crucial for attracting and retaining a diverse teacher workforce.
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Research on increasing diversity in Australia's schools
Associate Professor Suzanne Rice of the University of Melbourne conducted research funded by the Keating Foundation to address underachievement among certain student groups, specifically those in regional/remote settings, lower socioeconomic backgrounds, students with disabilities, and Indigenous students. The research aimed to raise the achievement of these groups and address staffing challenges in schools with high numbers of these students. The research involved a policy scan of overseas initiatives and examined the impact of a diverse teacher workforce on student outcomes.
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