Half of senior students without proficient civics and citizenship knowledge
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Fewer than half of senior school students have shown a thorough understanding of Australia's democratic processes, legal system and national values in the latest round of civics and citizenship assessments.
Flatlining results in the national tests have disappointed the Australian curriculum authority and federal education minister, who insist students must improve their understanding of those key issues for the sake of Australian democracy.
Flatlining results in the national tests have disappointed the Australian curriculum authority and federal education minister.