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Why do kids cheat? Is it normal, or should I be worried?

It’s normal for a child to cheat, but it can pose problems when the stakes get higher, says Professor Penny Van Bergen. Read her tips on how to discourage kids from cheating.

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Is it a good idea to repeat a year at school?

Research shows that repeating school is usually not a good idea, says Dr Sarah Jefferson, so what can you do if your child is struggling?

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What’s the point of drama class? It teaches the workplace skills employers want, for a start

Doing drama in Year 12 gives students skills that will help them with life, learning and employability, say Deakin education experts Joanne O’Mara and Jo Raphael.

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The design tricks keeping your kids hooked on games and apps – and 3 things you can do about it

Game and app designers use all sorts of tricks to keep kids playing – and spending money – on their platforms, but parents can help them understand the risks, say researchers Chris Zomer and Sumudu Mallawaarachchi.

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When is a good time for a child to start music lessons?

When it comes to starting music lessons, research says the sooner the better. But what is the right age to start?

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What kind of conversations do teens want to have?

Three new studies look at what teens are curious about and what kind of responses they hope for in talking with friends and family.

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How can you support your Year 12 student during their final exams?

Year 12 students are less than two months away from sitting their final exams. We know this can be a stressful time for students. How can parents best help their children navigate exam season?

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Best of the Web: when your teenager pulls away from you, and more

How to deal with the hurt when your teenager pulls away from you, how online gaming leads to online gambling, and helping your kids transition to high school.

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Researchers reviewed 100 studies about little kids and screens. Here are 4 ways to help your child use them well

How to help your kids get the most out of their screen time, by University of Wollongong researchers Dylan Cliff and Sumudu Mallawaarachchi

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