In this insightful episode, Tim is joined by Tom Greenwell and Chris Bonnor, authors of Waiting for Gonski, to explore the current challenges in Australia's education system, including funding disparities, segregation, and systemic assumptions. They propose a framework for a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse education system and funding model, drawing lessons from international models and advocating for systemic reform.

Throughout our Visions for Education Equity series, we have been discussing the Three Horizons process, and we would love for as many of you to get involved as possible. If you’re interested in coming along to the workshops, please reach out to hello@equityalliance.com.au.

We will also be holding the Achieving Education Equity Gathering on Thursday 30 July, bringing together hundreds of low-SES schools and organisations committed to progressing education equity, for a hands-on day of learning and action. If you’d like to participate in The Gathering, you can sign up here.

Grab a copy of Chris and Tom’s book, Waiting for Gonski, while stocks last!

Mentioned during the episode were Chris and Tom’s paper on the Choice and Fairness framework for Australian schools, for a more equitable model of funding and regulation.

Be sure to also check out the paper Chris and Tom wrote on their learnings from studying the Canadian education system, and how some of them might be applied to Australian schools.

And don’t miss Chris’ brilliant article on Lessons for Australian schooling.

In this wide-ranging conversation, Louka Parry and Tim discuss the evolving landscape of education equity, emphasising the importance of adapting educational systems to meet the needs of students. They explore the significance of trauma-informed approaches, the role of student agency, and the impact of technology on learning. The discussion highlights the necessity of community involvement and innovative educational models to create a more equitable future for all learners.

Mentioned during the pod was the Brookings report on the rapidly growing impact of AI on education, which you can read here.

Also discussed, was the Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health & Development Study, which you can find here.

You might also be interested in the OPUS review on securing digital equity in Australian education here.

In the latest episode in our Visions for Education Equity series, Tim and Professor Linda Graham discuss the current state and future of education equity. They explore the importance of inclusive education, the trends affecting students, and the need for systemic change. Linda shares insights from her research on suspensions and exclusions, highlighting the over-representation of marginalised groups. They also discuss the positive developments in education, the role of teachers, and the importance of accessible assessment and pedagogy. The conversation emphasises the need for collaboration and investment in teachers to create a more equitable education system.