Teaching in a regional setting

A teacher in a regional setting fosters community connections, adapts to diverse student needs, supports inclusion, and contributes to both school and local life through flexible, responsive teaching.

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Mentor perspectives from Seymour College

Experienced mentors from Seymour College, a leading regional school in Victoria. Classroom teachers and educational leaders share first-hand perspectives, practical advice and reflections on what it’s like to teach in a regional setting.

Through candid discussions, they explore both the unique rewards and the occasional challenges of regional teaching, including the importance of strong community connections. This video is particularly helpful for preservice teachers considering a rural or regional placement after graduation.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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