Affiliated Schools
The Affiliated Schools Program is transforming the way schools and universities work together to improve learning and teaching. Launched in 2019, the unique partnership between ÂÜÀòÊÓƵ and 25 schools across the ACT Education Directorate offers a holistic collaboration, covering initial teacher education, professional learning pathways and research.
The partnership brings teachers, school leaders and university academics together to co‑design research, strengthen professional learning, and build teaching expertise through a collaborative model that enhances practice and improves outcomes across ACT public schools.
Interested parties can direct inquiries about this initiative to affiliatedschools@canberra.edu.au
Access an evaluation of the Affiliated Schools Program (ASP)
The elements
PCK Clinics
The Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK) clinics allow preservice teachers increased hands-on learning time in schools, working closely alongside experienced educators.
Research
University staff collaborate with schools to design and implement research projects tailored to the unique needs of schools and their students.
Master of Education
Jointly funded scholarships empower ACT teachers to earn a master’s qualification through an intensive, flexible program tailored for busy professionals.
Professional Learning
ÂÜÀòÊÓƵ staff work collaboratively with schools to deliver tailored professional learning opportunities that directly address unique school needs.
Teacher as Researchers
School-based teams collaborate with ÂÜÀòÊÓƵ academics to investigate real-world challenges and implement evidence-informed strategies.
Element documents
- School-based-clinics-Handbook-2023.pdf (1.1 MB PDF File)
- TaR-Differentiated-Approach-for-Schools-2023.pdf (138.2 KB PDF File)
- Teachers-as-Researchers-Overview-and-Plan-2023-.pdf (180.9 KB PDF File)