Teacher Immersion Event – 2018
On 15 June 2018, the Reserve Bank hosted its second annual Teacher Immersion Event. This professional development event supports secondary school economics teachers, from across the country, to enhance their understanding of the subject. Teachers participated in networking sessions, interacted with the Bank's Ambassadors, and heard from experts on a range of topics.
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Webcasts
An Economic Update
Hear from Assistant Governor Luci Ellis as she gives an update on economic conditions.
The Labour Market
Learn about why the labour market is important as Head of Economic Analysis Alex Heath provides insights into some of the key trends over the past decade.
The Transmission of Monetary Policy: From the Bank
The transmission of monetary policy is a complex process. Learn more about the different channels through which the cash rate affects the economy.
The Transmission of Monetary Policy: From the Classroom
Hear unique insights from a member of the Bank's Educators Advisory Panel on practical methods for teaching the transmission of monetary policy in the classroom.
Exchange Rates: From the Bank
Learn more about what an exchange rate is, what drives movement in the Australian dollar, and why it’s important for the economy.
Exchange Rates: From the Classroom
Hear unique insights from a member of the Bank's Educators Advisory Panel on using different resources for teaching about exchange rates in the classroom.
Inflation Explained
Inflation is a key economic indicator. Learn more about how it is measured and what the key determinants of inflation are.
Banks' Funding Costs and Lending Rates
Banks' interest rates are an important part of the transmission of monetary policy. Learn more about what influences banks' funding costs and lending rates.
Program
| Time | Program item |
|---|---|
| 8:30 – 9:00 | Registration |
| 9:00 – 9:15 | Welcome |
| 9:15 – 10:15 | An Economic Update |
| 10:15 – 11:00 | The Labour Market |
| 11:00 – 11:30 | Morning Tea and Networking |
| 11:30 – 1:00 |
Explaining and Teaching Economic Concepts:
a) The Transmission of Monetary Policy or b) Exchange Rates |
| 1:00 – 2:00 | Lunch and Networking |
| 2:00 – 2:45 | Inflation Explained |
| 2:45 – 3:15 | Banks' Funding Costs and Lending Rates |
| 3:15 – 3:45 | Afternoon Tea and Networking |
| 3:45 – 4:30 | Panel Discussion: Your Questions Answered |
| 4:30 – 4:45 | Closing Remarks |
Completing the Teacher Immersion Event will contribute 7 hours of NESA Registered PD addressing 6.2.2, 6.3.2 and 7.4.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.