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West Australian
17 hours ago
- Business
- West Australian
Consultants blamed for 1500 jobs in doubt at six unis
The university regulator will get more than a sledgehammer and a feather in its kit bag as the alarm is sounded on widespread job cuts and vice-chancellor pay. Dozens demonstrated at the Australian Financial Review's Education Summit in Sydney amid allegations of bullying and harassment from top brass at prestigious universities and fears for 1500 jobs at six institutions. In a speech to the summit, federal Education Minister Jason Clare said the powers of the regulator have not changed in the last 15 years. "At the moment, TEQSA has a sledgehammer and a feather, and not much in between," he said of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency. Mr Clare argued it needed better tools to step in and act on governance and leadership issues. But he also gently took aim at the ballooning salaries of Australian vice-chancellors who are among the highest paid in the world, topping some Ivy League university leaders. Their average salary was more than $1 million in 2024. "Can I just encourage everyone again, don't be defensive about this," he said. The National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) national president Dr Alison Barnes commended Mr Clare but said actions are needed to match his words. The summit also coincides with a NSW parliamentary inquiry being launched into university governance. Former academic turned Labor MP Sarah Kaine, who will chair the inquiry, was among those who protested outside the summit in Sydney over the restructures. "Universities are not just institutions of learning - they are public assets, civic anchors, and engines of social progress," Dr Kaine said on Tuesday. "Are universities being run in the public interest? Are they accessible, inclusive, and accountable? Are they fulfilling their promise to serve society - not just markets?" The union says six out of 10 public universities in the state have 1500 jobs are on the chopping block. It noted it is in dispute with three separate NSW universities in the Fair Work Commission over failures to consult on major restructures and a lack of evidence behind decision making. "There's a clear picture of a sector in crisis due to corporate greed and poor leadership," the union said on Tuesday. "While staff are losing jobs and students are losing courses, senior executives and consultants are meeting inside the summit to discuss the sector's future without staff or student voices at the table." It pointed the finger at global consulting firm Nous, which is sponsoring the summit, of having a "notorious track record in education in Australia" linking to job cuts across the higher education sector. The union said the best interest of students is not being put first as the sector suffers from severe financial mismanagement, overblown salaries of university leaders, and suspension of course enrolments. AAP has contacted Universities Australia and Nous for comment. It comes off the back of former foreign affairs minister and ANU chancellor Julie Bishop being accused of humiliating an academic and driving her to suicide. The allegations, aired during a Senate hearing, have been rejected by Ms Bishop, who denies engaging with any university council members or staff with anything but "respect, courtesy and civility". Lifeline 13 11 14 beyondblue 1300 22 4636
Perth Now
17 hours ago
- Business
- Perth Now
Consultants blamed for 1500 jobs in doubt at six unis
The university regulator will get more than a sledgehammer and a feather in its kit bag as the alarm is sounded on widespread job cuts and vice-chancellor pay. Dozens demonstrated at the Australian Financial Review's Education Summit in Sydney amid allegations of bullying and harassment from top brass at prestigious universities and fears for 1500 jobs at six institutions. In a speech to the summit, federal Education Minister Jason Clare said the powers of the regulator have not changed in the last 15 years. "At the moment, TEQSA has a sledgehammer and a feather, and not much in between," he said of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency. Mr Clare argued it needed better tools to step in and act on governance and leadership issues. But he also gently took aim at the ballooning salaries of Australian vice-chancellors who are among the highest paid in the world, topping some Ivy League university leaders. Their average salary was more than $1 million in 2024. "Can I just encourage everyone again, don't be defensive about this," he said. The National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) national president Dr Alison Barnes commended Mr Clare but said actions are needed to match his words. The summit also coincides with a NSW parliamentary inquiry being launched into university governance. Former academic turned Labor MP Sarah Kaine, who will chair the inquiry, was among those who protested outside the summit in Sydney over the restructures. "Universities are not just institutions of learning - they are public assets, civic anchors, and engines of social progress," Dr Kaine said on Tuesday. "Are universities being run in the public interest? Are they accessible, inclusive, and accountable? Are they fulfilling their promise to serve society - not just markets?" The union says six out of 10 public universities in the state have 1500 jobs are on the chopping block. It noted it is in dispute with three separate NSW universities in the Fair Work Commission over failures to consult on major restructures and a lack of evidence behind decision making. "There's a clear picture of a sector in crisis due to corporate greed and poor leadership," the union said on Tuesday. "While staff are losing jobs and students are losing courses, senior executives and consultants are meeting inside the summit to discuss the sector's future without staff or student voices at the table." It pointed the finger at global consulting firm Nous, which is sponsoring the summit, of having a "notorious track record in education in Australia" linking to job cuts across the higher education sector. The union said the best interest of students is not being put first as the sector suffers from severe financial mismanagement, overblown salaries of university leaders, and suspension of course enrolments. AAP has contacted Universities Australia and Nous for comment. It comes off the back of former foreign affairs minister and ANU chancellor Julie Bishop being accused of humiliating an academic and driving her to suicide. The allegations, aired during a Senate hearing, have been rejected by Ms Bishop, who denies engaging with any university council members or staff with anything but "respect, courtesy and civility". Lifeline 13 11 14 beyondblue 1300 22 4636
Associated Press
02-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Hikvision launches brand-new WonderHub, simplifying teaching with intuitive ease and empowering intelligence
SINGAPORE, July 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hikvision launches the brand-new WonderHub interactive display at the Shaping Intelligence 2025 – Education Summit in Singapore, featuring high-performance technology and groundbreaking WonderOS 4.0 for smart teaching. WonderHub prioritizes simplicity and creativity to help educators overcome classroom challenges that persistently affect both teachers and IT teams. High-performance technology for real-classroom needs As the flagship product debuted at this launch event, the WonderHub Select Series features powerful hardware designed specifically with classroom needs in mind. The Select Series is not only equipped with an industry-leading AI chip, but also carries an 8-core CPU, plus 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. With this robust configuration, teachers can do presentations and write on the board at the same time, even running multiple teaching apps, all with zero lag. No more frozen screens during key explanations or app crashes during critical student activities, so teachers will be able to focus on what matters most. Beyond its impressive hardware, this next-gen product runs the latest Android system with Google apps, providing teachers with instant access to familiar tools. The intuitive interface allows them to start teaching effectively right away, with no extra training needed. WonderOS 4.0: Set to redefine teaching and transform classrooms with AI features WonderOS 4.0, specifically designed for classrooms, is set to make teaching simpler and smarter, while positioning WonderHub at the forefront of educational innovation. This upcoming operating system will redefine various teaching scenarios. In typical classroom settings, WonderOS 4.0 is expected to bring intuitive improvements to every stage of the teaching process. Teachers will be able to access their accounts and teaching materials with a simple card swipe or password, instantly connecting to their personal resources. The Android-based interface will dramatically reduce the learning curve, while enhanced wireless screen sharing will make content projection effortless. When boardwork is needed, advanced pen-palm separation will allow natural writing experiences, complemented by built-in templates and over 20 tools that enable better student engagement. Even more exciting, WonderOS 4.0 will introduce freshly developed, groundbreaking AI features to transform classrooms. 'AI Identify' enhances classroom engagement by allowing teachers to highlight on-screen content for instant explanations or to generate interactive questions. 'AI Q&A' delivers quick answers to student inquiries, keeping the learning momentum going. Thanks to 'AI Meeting,' teachers can use real-time captions and AI-generated summaries to significantly reduce their workload. As demonstrated at today's launch event, WonderOS 4.0 will support teachers throughout the entire teaching process, from lesson preparation to classroom delivery and post-lesson evaluation, creating an intelligent teaching experience across various devices and scenarios. Innovation-driven and trusted by educators worldwide Today, WonderHub continues to gain impressive recognition and global trust, with over 500,000 units delivered to more than 10,000 schools in 140 countries and regions. Educators increasingly acknowledge WonderHub's positive impact in their classrooms. 'Hikvision shows a deep understanding of the needs of modern education,' said Joshua Oswari, General Manager at Zioncom Technology headquartered in Indonesia. 'WonderHub's upgraded features and integration can encourage better interactive learning and provide a seamless teaching experience.' This success rests on Hikvision's ongoing investment in innovation—with more than 1,000 professionals and hundreds of ed-tech patents continuously refining everything from login speed to AI-assisted tools. By closely listening to teachers' needs, WonderHub strives to make everyday teaching simpler, smoother, and smarter. With WonderHub, the future of education is within easy reach. To find out more about the brand-new WonderHub, please visit our website or contact us directly. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hikvision Digital Technology
