In “Trial by media: How the portrayal of teachers hurts the profession” Associate Professor Nicole Mockler of the University of Sydney proves what you've long suspected.
Is it your perception that teachers get a bad rap in the media? Have you noticed numerous opinion pieces telling teachers what they “should” do? Associate Professor Nicole Mockler has conducted in-depth research into representations of teachers in the media, and the results throw into stark relief the public devaluing that is damaging the profession.
“The general lack of respect expressed toward teachers in the public space doesn’t help attract the best and brightest into the profession,” Associate Professor Mockler says. Read the full feature on pages 14-15; and while you’re there, enjoy our profile of Professor Clare Wright (pictured on the cover, left), the historian who’s ensuring women stand tall in history.
We also talk to two highly experienced school counsellors and meet a former member of The Sapphires, Dr Lois Peeler, who heads up Worawa, Australia's only boarding school for Aboriginal girls.