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Our work on how students learn best (also known as the science of learning) connects cognitive science, neuroscience and education psychology research on the learning process with practical teaching implications. 

Improving the quality, accessibility and endurability of national school data architecture.

A project to provide practical guidance for school leaders to improve student learning outcomes through effective school strategic plans

AERO is committed to using evidence to achieve excellence and equity in educational outcomes for First Nations children and young people. We can only realise this commitment by building positive relationships with First Nations peoples and communities and embedding reconciliation in our culture.

Understanding the cognitive science behind how students learn to read and the research on effective instruction makes it easier for educators to align policy and classroom teaching with evidence.

Data is critical to AERO achieving its vision of excellent and equitable outcomes for all children and young people.

AERO is working to inform design and delivery of professional learning programs.

This project aims to use research to help schools and school systems support students struggling with literacy and numeracy.

We asked the educators, teachers, education leaders and policymakers across Australia about what Australia's education evidence body should focus on.

Explicit instruction breaks down what students need to learn into smaller learning outcomes and models each step. It allows students to process new information more effectively.

In formative assessment, you gather and interpret information about student learning as it is happening in your classroom. It helps you to adapt your teaching to meet student needs.