Effective cluster collaborations: transformation through school and university connections

Abstract

[Introduction]: Clusters of schools which allow conversations between participants from different contexts, are a useful mechanism for creating connections for professional networking and learning among teacher professionals. In recent years, the creation of clusters—designed to deliver significant school revitalization — has strengthened connections across schools and education sectors Australia wide. The prospect of schools coming together, exchanging ideas, assisting each other and making connections for deeper learning and understandings is for many innovatory. Furthermore, the idea of teachers interacting with colleagues from across sectors, and leading professional conversations about pedagogical practice is refreshing and visionary of the leading teacher professional.