education
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Jess Hill and Tosca Looby on the Power of Docuseries ‘Asking for It’
Content warning: this article discusses topics of consent, sexual assault and sexual violence. Please reach out to 1800RESPECT if you ever need any help. There’s no denying that we are in the middle of a consent revolution. In fact, the word consent has dominated public discourse in Australia since 2021. Because of the incredible bravery…
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Here’s What to Do Next if You’re Disappointed by Your ATAR Results
Over this week and next, year 12 students around Australia will receive their exam results. This is a time of great expectations and intense pressure for many young people. For some, their individual subject marks and university admission rank (ATAR) will be a cause for celebration. But others will be dealing with disappointment and perhaps…
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The Best Ways to Take Notes so You Actually Remember Information
In class and in meetings, note-taking is important. You want to be able to review what was said, commit it to memory, and use it going forward, whether on tests or in your job. It sounds easy, but can be pretty hard. Think of all the times you’ve looked back on your notes only to…
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The Difference Between Mat and Reformer Pilates (and Why It Matters)
If you’ve ever considered taking a Pilates class, you might be intimidated by the machine contraption — called a reformer — that is used in many studios. A reformer is a bed-like machine with a sliding platform and detachable resistance bands. But as common as reformers are in specialty studios, mat classes — which require…