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INTRODUCTION
The
Department of Education, Science and Training (Australian
Federal Government)
Though the state and territory governments have responsibility
for education under the Australian Constitution, the Federal
Government has a strong influence on educational policy through
provision of funding for education, special programs, getting
national agreement on goals of education.
The
DEST agenda aims to:
- “provide
quality analysis and policy advice to the government on
matters relating to the education, science and training;
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deliver quality government programs and services relating
to education, science and training matters.”
DEST
information services should:
- “clearly
state the objectives, eligibility, benefits and obligation
of participating in one of our programs as well as the appropriate
avenues for applying to partake in one of our programs;
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inform you of any significant policy changes and how they
may impact upon you.”
You
can contact DEST to provide feedback. Offer your opinions
and ideas. For further information go to http://www.dest.gov.au/charter/charter.htm
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