MATSITI Project Plan 2012–15
MATSITI Project Plan 2012–15 Report
- Author(s): More Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Teachers Initiative,
- Published: 2012
- Publisher: David Unaipon College of Indigenous Education and Research, University of South Australia,
Abstract: The More Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Teachers Initiative (MATSITI) Project is a four-year national scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people entering and remaining in teaching positions in Australian schools. This MATSITI Project Plan outlines the national strategy for 2012–15 and documents the scope, governance, reform priorities, project management arrangements and budget for the Initiative. The Initiative will be built on the most current qualitative and quantitative research available as the basis for developing and maintaining effective and lasting strategies to meet the objectives of the project. Developing strategies that enhance the professional and leadership capabilities of experienced Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers will form a key component of the Initiative. Key outcomes for the MATSITI project include: - comprehensive qualitative and quantitative research reports on background factors and various strategies and their effectiveness in increasing the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers; - a series of partnerships and co-investment agreements with school authorities, university schools of education and other agencies to achieve lasting reform; - a national community engagement and marketing strategy to promote teaching as a career option for secondary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and adults. The MATSITI project is aligned with the COAG National Indigenous Reform Agreement and associated Closing the Gap targets to address Indigenous disadvantage. The $7.5 million MATSITI Initiative was announced by the Commonwealth Minister for Schools, Early Childhood and Youth, the Hon. Peter Garrett MP, in July 2011 and is funded by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations. The Initiative is led by senior Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander educators, with secretariat and research support provided by the David Unaipon College of Indigenous Education and Research located within the University of South Australia.
- Urls: https://webarchive.nla.gov.au/awa/20130409045449/http://matsiti.edu.au/about/project-plan/
- Publisher Location: Adelaide