Hon Barbara Scott inquires about the evaluation and usage of the 'Deadly Ways to Learn' kit for Aboriginal English speakers. The response indicates no formal evaluation, but anecdotal evidence suggests it's valued by educators.

AnsweredQoN 2044Legislative Council
Asked
18 May 2005
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Education and Training

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(1) Has there been any evaluation of the success or otherwise of the ‘Deadly Ways to Learn’ multi-media kit for the education of Aboriginal english speakers, which was distributed in 2000?
(2) If not, is there any recent anecdotal evidence of its success or otherwise, or its continued use in schools, particularly on Aboriginal literacy programs?

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Answered
29 June 2005
Responded by
Minister for Education and Training
Response time
42 days
(1-2) There has been no formal evaluation of the program. However, information gained through action research and anecdotal evidence from the District Education Office, Aboriginal Education and Curriculum team members indicates that it is highly valued by teachers and Aboriginal education workers.

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