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The 2nd Great Debate, Tuesday April 30

If we abolished standard testing, would learning spaces improve? That's the topic under the microscope this Tuesday, April 30, at Monash University for the Victorian Chapter's 2nd Great Debate. J...

Published: Thursday 25 April 2019

Going Vertical at South Melbourne Primary School

We have been hearing a great deal about vertical schools for the past few years. After flexible, agile, and adaptable; vertical schools were the next big innovation. What better place to learn about ...

Published: Tuesday 23 April 2019

Kate Raynes-Goldie - Transformance Keynote

Transformance: Harness the power of games with Kate Raynes-Goldie

Award winning game designer and "explainer of the future", Dr Kate Raynes-Goldie, says we need playfulness now more than ever. The entertainment games industry is estimated to be worth $140 billion U...

Published: Wednesday 17 April 2019

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Integrating outdoor spaces and learning - Samford Valley Steiner School

The LEA Queensland Chapter's visit to the Samford Valley Steiner School on March 27 was an opportunity to reflect on the role outdoor spaces have in both architecture and education. The group of desi...

Published: Wednesday 17 April 2019

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6 Star rating for Taronga Institute of Science and Learning

Taronga Zoo's vision is one of conservation of the environment and protection of the animals with an underpinning philosophy for education and scientific discovery. The NSW Chapter’s second visit for ...

Published: Tuesday 16 April 2019

A Dynamic “Maker” Centre for Creative Learning

Stimulating children’s learning though “hands on” activities is the core of the STEM centre at Brompton Primary School. Strong leadership, an inspirational teacher, defined pedagogy, clear learning ...

Published: Friday 12 April 2019

Wesley Imms & Chris Bradbeer - Transformance Keynote

Transformance: Extraordinary Spaces for Excellent Teaching

Billions of dollars have been invested in new learning spaces. Are these spaces living up to their potential? Are teachers adapting their pedagogies to these new spaces? Research by the Innovative L...

Published: Thursday 11 April 2019

Transformance: Francine Houben on libraries, mobility and learning

It's less than 9 weeks until Transformance and we're looking forward to the keynote from Francine Houben, Founding Partner and Creative Director of Mecanoo. "Libraries are the most important building...

Published: Tuesday 2 April 2019

Transformance: Paul Collard on the learning environments that foster creativity

Early Bird Registration closes this Sunday March 31... your last chance to save $220 on our best conference yet! Paul Collard, WA"s former Thinker in Residence and Chief Executive of the internationa...

Published: Thursday 28 March 2019

Transformance - 19th annual conference on learning and learning spaces

Last chance - Transformance Early Birds ends Sunday March 31

Early Bird Registration closes this Sunday March 31... your last chance to save $220 on our best conference yet! Join us in Perth from May 28-31 to explore how education and learning spaces can adapt...

Published: Wednesday 27 March 2019

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Inside The Gardens School, Manurewa

The Gardens School in Manurewa, Auckland was the venue for the NZ Chapter event on 21st March 2019. There was an excellent attendance with members and supporters wanting to see what had been created ...

Published: Tuesday 26 March 2019

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The School Landscape - an opportunity for outdoor learning

LEA QLD’s March 12 event was a great success, with around 60 educators, occupational therapists, designers, architects and landscape architects in attendance. Held in “The Edge” auditorium at State L...

Published: Tuesday 26 March 2019

Mette Kynne Fransden - Transformance Keynote

Meet the "must-know" Mette Kynne Fransden & explore a STEM Australian first

One of our most anticipated Transformance keynotes is Mette Kynne Fransden. As CEO of Henning Larsen, Mette has been named one of The 30 Must-Know Women Architects and Top 100 Female Executive in Den...

Published: Friday 22 March 2019

Transformance Early Birds extended to March 31; Margaret River tour on sale to general public

You have an extra week to save $220 on registration for our 19th annual conference, Transformance. The Early Bird period now ends on Sunday March 31. Register now to secure your preferred workshops, ...

Published: Wednesday 20 March 2019

John Hattie at "Transformance" & 10 days left for Early Birds!

Just 10 days remain for "Transformance" Early Bird Registrations. The Early Bird period ends on Sunday March 24. Book now and save $220 on standard registrations. You'll also be able to secure your p...

Published: Thursday 14 March 2019