The innovative teachers companion have a great teachers diary relating to thinking and have been supporting the Habits of Mind work.

The companion contains

• Hundreds of stimulating and engaging lesson ideas ready for successful implementation
• Exciting ideas to engage students in Higher order thinking
• Creative and engaging ways of using ICTs
• A constant and ready reminder of the thinking curriculum
• Reference material on ICTs, Brain Compatible Learning, Quality Teacher Framework and Habits of Mind.
• Exciting ways to celebrate Children's Book week and Science week.
• Over $500 in discount vouchers, including free entry for Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Tower and 50% discount on Theme Parks.

http://www.itcpublications.com.au/index.htm

The Learning Federation, a partner in the ANSN Interactive Whiteboard project, has launched a new website in collaboration with the Australian Film Commission.

The ANSN has worked closely with the Coalition for many years. Sharing ideas, resources and experiences.

From the coalition website:

For over twenty years, the Coalition of Essential Schools (CES) has been at the forefront of creating and sustaining personalized, equitable, and intellectually challenging schools. Essential schools are places of powerful student learning where all students have the chance to reach their fullest potential