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It's not adding up: Australia's 'mediocrity in maths'

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Experts say that not enough Australian students are excelling in maths. Credit: picture alliance/dpa/picture alliance via Getty I

The Grattan Institute says one in three Australian school students is failing to achieve proficiency in maths. In a new report, the institute argues Australia has deprioritised maths, with governments too slow to rule out "faddish" teaching techniques.


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By Tanya Dendrinos, Tee Mitchell

Presented by Lidia Cortina

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The Grattan Institute says one in three Australian school students is failing to achieve proficiency in maths. In a new report, the institute argues Australia has deprioritised maths, with governments too slow to rule out "faddish" teaching techniques.


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