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The Student Voice
Too often in education we think we know what is best for our students. Not often enough do we listen and hear what our students are saying about their education. This collection tries to show more of the student perspective.
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I’ve Had Enough of My Parents’ ‘No Pain, No Gain’

I’ve Had Enough of My Parents’ ‘No Pain, No Gain’ | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Protests against China’s Covid restrictions were a rejection of a culture that idolizes pain and suffering.
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Warnings of mental health crisis among ‘Covid generation’ of students.

Warnings of mental health crisis among ‘Covid generation’ of students. | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Pandemic has had lasting impact on students’ wellbeing and problem is getting worse, say UK experts
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COVID halved international student numbers in Australia. The risk now is we lose future skilled workers and citizens

COVID halved international student numbers in Australia. The risk now is we lose future skilled workers and citizens | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Having international students in Australia gives us a head start in the global race to attract skilled migrants. COVID border closures that halved their numbers could have very long-term costs.
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COVID-19 lockdowns saw some teens skip school permanently. One program is bringing them back

COVID-19 lockdowns saw some teens skip school permanently. One program is bringing them back | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Her classmates were continuing lessons and enjoying social support, but Zoey had dropped out of class — and barely anyone noticed.
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After two years of COVID-19 pain, hope is shining for Victoria's year 12 students

After two years of COVID-19 pain, hope is shining for Victoria's year 12 students | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Many of them have weathered one of the longest periods of lockdown in the world. Now, Victoria's class of 2021 is graduating, with some hard-earned wisdom from their extraordinary final years at school.
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College students struggle with mental health as pandemic drags on

Suicides at UNC-Chapel Hill led to a day off, dogs on campus and other efforts to relieve stress as students grieve.
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As a Year 12 student, I know this year's HSC exams won't be fair. ATARs will reflect pandemic privilege

As a Year 12 student, I know this year's HSC exams won't be fair. ATARs will reflect pandemic privilege | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Year 12 marks this year will reflect a student's privileges in life, rather than their skills, argues Ella Mackenzie.
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Online courses are not enough for uni students in lockdown

Online courses are not enough for uni students in lockdown | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Many current first and second year students have had little face-to-face contact and on-campus experience.
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COVID Victoria: Foreign students in food delivery, hospitality battling to get AstraZeneca

COVID Victoria: Foreign students in food delivery, hospitality battling to get AstraZeneca | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Young visa holders in Victoria desperate to get vaccinated with AstraZeneca say confused government advice is making it far too complicated for workers in higher-risk industries to get jabbed.
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How children are spoofing Covid-19 tests with soft drinks

How children are spoofing Covid-19 tests with soft drinks | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Some children have found a devious method to get out of school – using cola to create false positive Covid tests. How does it work?
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COVID is forcing millions of girls out of school in South-east Asia and the Pacific.

COVID is forcing millions of girls out of school in South-east Asia and the Pacific. | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Around 33,000 child marriages took place in 2020 in Indonesia, a new report shows. This comes with more girls in Australia's region dropping out of school and taking on more caring responsibilities.
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Survey finds majority of students struggling with mental health during COVID

Survey finds majority of students struggling with mental health during COVID | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
More than half (56%) of undergraduate students responding to a 21-country survey say that their mental health has suffered as a result of COVID. The survey, undertaken by Chegg, gathered responses fr
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Why we need a minister for loneliness

Why we need a minister for loneliness | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
More than one in four Australians were lonely in 2018. That was then. God only knows how lonely we all are now.
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Give some greetings to students you see as you walk around campus. Many may be away from their home and feeling alone. Brighten their day and recognise them.
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Why it's wrong to blame online learning for causing mental health issues during COVID-19

Why it's wrong to blame online learning for causing mental health issues during COVID-19 | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Making unsubstantiated claims that pandemic online learning caused mental health problems doesn’t help us address students’ current needs.
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Remote and hybrid learning emerges as a post-COVID tertiary model as restrictions fade and universities stick with remote lectures

Remote and hybrid learning emerges as a post-COVID tertiary model as restrictions fade and universities stick with remote lectures | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Victorian universities are persisting with remote lectures this semester, even as COVID-19 restrictions end, in a trend that looks set to outlast the pandemic.
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As international students return, let's not return to the status quo of isolation and exploitation

As international students return, let's not return to the status quo of isolation and exploitation | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Research on the experience of Indian international students shows the importance of strong social networks for a productive and fulfilling time in Australia.
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Covid 19 Delta outbreak: Unitec student loses both parents to virus in two weeks

Covid 19 Delta outbreak: Unitec student loses both parents to virus in two weeks | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Unitec says thousands of its students are facing huge challenges as a result of Covid-19.
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COVID has increased anxiety and depression rates among university students. And they were already higher than average

COVID has increased anxiety and depression rates among university students. And they were already higher than average | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Our study shows almost one in four university and vocational education students report extremely high levels of distress during the pandemic.
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We’re on our L-plates when it comes to understanding the experiences kids have lost in lockdowns

We’re on our L-plates when it comes to understanding the experiences kids have lost in lockdowns | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
We need to confront some hard truths: our children and teenagers have sacrificed much to keep our communities safe. Now we need to help them make the most of their post-lockdown lives.
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In debates about opening schools, we're neglecting an important voice: our children's

In debates about opening schools, we're neglecting an important voice: our children's | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
The NSW plan doesn’t measure up against international best practice. And Victoria doesn’t seem to be following a child-centred approach either.
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Uni students have had to be vaccinated against other diseases — COVID-19 is no different

Uni students have had to be vaccinated against other diseases — COVID-19 is no different | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Many universities overseas have already made vaccination a condition of being allowed on campus. There are precedents for this policy, which is based on strong public health and economic grounds.
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The crushing mental toll of studying for the HSC in lockdown is sapping our motivation and hope

The crushing mental toll of studying for the HSC in lockdown is sapping our motivation and hope | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
A two-week delay in the trials brought a flicker of joy for some year 12s, but for others, finishing major works seems impossible
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COVID Australia: Loss of international students hits regional unis hard

COVID Australia: Loss of international students hits regional unis hard | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Regional universities across Australia have experienced a 40 per cent drop overall in international students, while the country’s more prestigious university’s saw a drop of only 1 per cent.
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Duke University students told to quarantine amid spike in coronavirus cases

Duke University students told to quarantine amid spike in coronavirus cases | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Duke University officials have blamed the coronavirus outbreak on fraternity parties.
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Coming of Age: Teens on Coping With a Pandemic Year 

Coming of Age: Teens on Coping With a Pandemic Year  | The Student Voice | Scoop.it
Teens across the United States show us how they have met life's challenges in the midst of a pandemic.
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