Written by James Mahoney, Author of Public Relations Writing When he wrote his book Death Sentence: The Decay of Public Language, the Australian author Don Watson made the point that: Clear, precise, active language is good for democracy and for society.…
Written by Colin Cooper, Author of Individual Differences and Personality What sort of person are you? Are you “normal”? The answer you get will probably depend on whether you ask an “individual difference” psychologist or a psychiatrist – although as we…
Computers have quickly wedged their way into every corner of our lives. From simple day-to-day tasks like cleaning and cooking to extraordinary feats of life-saving operations and space navigation, computers have completely transformed the way we live. When Were Computers…
Written by Christopher Kilmartin, an emeritus college professor, author, stand-up comedian, actor, playwright, consultant and professional psychologist. He is the author of The Fictions that Shape Men's Lives. When I ask students in my General Psychology class if there is a…
This article by John and Kyle Hattie focuses on a key attribute of successful parenting – the skills of giving and receiving feedback. Feedback plays a critical role to support and enhance learning, but while research evidence shows it is…
As we enter 2025, the landscape of education continues to evolve rapidly, driven by technological advancements, changing societal needs, and lessons learned from recent global events. Let's explore the top academic trends we think are set to define education in…
Reviewer David O'Donnell reflects on author Tony McCaffrey's book Giving and Taking Voice in Learning Disabled Theatre, featured in the journal Australasian Drama Studies, October 2024. Giving and Taking Voice in Learning Disabled Theatre provides an in-depth, analytical study of…
Every year on December 1st, we come together to commemorate World AIDS Day – a day to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, show support to those affected by the virus, and honor the memories of those who have lost their lives.…
Any teacher can tell you that learning happens inside and outside of the classroom. For many children, being able to do activities outside is ideal as it offers them the space for more physical play and freedom to follow their own…
In the professional world, there are many careers that take an emotional toll on those that pursue them. From mental health professionals to social workers to first responders, these are the people on the frontline of witnessing or learning about…