Melbourne Declaration goals

The Melbourne Declaration

Dr Paul Brock emphasises the importance of the Melbourne Declaration to modern educators.

Dr. Paul Brock
Director, Learning & Development Research
NSW Department of Education and Communities

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The two major goals of the Melbourne Declaration (.pdf 954kB), agreed to by all Australian States and Territories, are:

  • Australian schooling promotes excellence and equity

  • All young Australians become:

    • successful learners

    • confident and creative individuals

    • active and informed citizens