CQUniversity presents the launch of new book, ‘Bunyips in the Classroom: The 10 Changes’, by Dr Susan Galletly.

Bunyips in the Classroom explains the key issues holding back progress in Australian education. The book doesn’t just suggest changes, it also provides logical practical solutions.

As the book states, Australia has too many struggling readers, excessive child and teacher workload, and teaching and learning is inappropriately pressured.

“While many other nations enjoy highly effective education, Australia has ongoing low literacy and academic achievement,” said author Dr Susan Galletly.

“We need the 10 Changes for transforming Australian education. This is a conversation Australia has to have.”

“Our children, teachers and nation are struggling. Our classrooms are full of bunyips.”

What is a bunyip in the classroom?

“An elephant in the room is a big embarrassing issue everyone is aware of, which is deliberately not mentioned. A bunyip in the room is a big issue people aren’t aware of, which is extremely obvious and thus embarrassing, once highlighted and acknowledged. Currently, Australian education is full of bunyips.”

Dr Galletly’s insights are shrewd, insightful, practical, and positive, exploring education bunyips, the 10 Changes and Australia’s need for them.

The book is an entertaining and easy read for everyone interested in education, including teachers, parents and academics.

“Bunyips in the Classroom: The 10 Changes” is out now, available for purchase at all major online retailers in both paperback and e-book format.

The official book launch will take place in Mackay, at the CQUniversity Ooralea Campus, on Wednesday 19 October at 4:15pm.

All are welcome at the book launch, to attend the event RSVP at Dr Susan Galletly’s website www.susangalletly.com.au.

“We need The 10 Changes for transforming Australian education. This is a conversation Australia has to have. ”

- Dr Susan Galletly, Author