About secondary curriculum networks
Secondary curriculum networks operate statewide to support teachers, principals and school leaders to work collaboratively, develop curriculum expertise and improve outcomes for students.
Secondary curriculum networks are a purpose-driven community of educators who work together to enhance their professional practice and improve student learning. They serve as a vital mechanism for supporting the implementation of new syllabuses and for strengthening curriculum expertise through local collaboration and resource sharing.
These networks may be:
- short-term networks addressing a specific need
- ongoing networks, for sustained collaboration and communication.
Curriculum networks are referred to in many ways including:
- community of practice
- community of schools
- education network
- learning circle
- education cluster.
Joining or starting a secondary curriculum network
Benefits include:
- developing leadership skills, professional learning and growth
- collaborating with colleagues
- strengthening teaching practice, curriculum expertise and resource sharing in your local network
- improving student learning outcomes
- enhancing assessment practices by building collective confidence and consistent teacher judgement.