Quality Teaching Rounds (QTR) is professional development that makes a significant difference for teachers and students. QTR is relevant for teachers in every subject area, working in every grade, at every career stage.

A 2019 randomised controlled trial found that the students whose teachers participated in QTR achieved 25 per cent additional growth in mathematics, with greater improvements demonstrated in disadvantaged schools. QTR has also been shown to improve the quality of teaching, teacher morale and school culture.

In October 2020, the University of Newcastle launched its Quality Teaching Academy to help deliver Quality Teaching Rounds to more teachers across Australia. The Quality Teaching Academy empowers teachers to enrich student learning.

In recognition of a long-term partnership with the NSW Department of Education, NSW public school teachers can access FREE membership to the Quality Teaching Academy.

Schools can begin their engagement with Quality Teaching Rounds by supporting at least two teachers to participate in a two-day workshop. The Department is funding two places per school, if not already accessed. More information and the current workshop schedule can be found here.