Curriculum Trends across Australia in 2000

Curriculum Trends across Australia in 2000 - State by State

ACACA Compulsory Years of Schooling Group

Published by the Board of Studies NSW for the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Certification Authorities (ACACA)

Queensland

2. Middle Years of Schooling (Years 5-8)

2.2 What initiatives/programs are currently being implemented in the 'middle years' in your state or territory?

Queensland School Curriculum Council: The Council is conducting a Middle Years of Schooling Forum (May-June 2000) to determine how curriculum and tests can be better developed for young adolescents. A copy of the forum background paper is attached.

Education Queensland: Under school-based management, change is being implemented at school level and reflects local needs.

Middle Years of Schooling Association: Conference held 10—11 March 2000.