Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority

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Introducing ACARA

The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) is responsible for:

  •  A national curriculum from Kindergarten to Year 12 in specified learning areas.

  •  A national assessment program aligned to the national curriculum that measures students’ progress.

  •  A national data collection and reporting program that supports:

    • analysis, evaluation, research and resource allocation; and 

    • accountability and reporting on schools and broader national achievement.

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Employment opportunities

ACARA currently has a range of positions available.
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My School website visits

Total visits at 1pm 4 February: 1,736,035
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University of Melbourne 2010 National Curriculum Symposium (25-27 February 2010)

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NAPLAN 2009 National Report

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ACARA welcomes and encourages your input and involvement in the development of the Australian curriculum.
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