Explore articles and radio coverage of the Best Practice in Screen Use for Education project, sharing research on how students use screens and what this means for schools and families.
The Conversation
Research commentary | 5 October 2026
By Matt Bower, Joanne Orlando and Karen Woo
New research looks at how screens are actually being used in Australian classrooms – the results may surprise you
The authors explore findings from surveys of students, teachers and parents/carers, examining how screens are used for learning and how perspectives differ.
ABC Radio Perth — WA Afternoons
Radio interview | 5 October 2026
Presented by Jo Trilling
A discussion of the project’s research into screen use in education on WA Afternoons with Jo Trilling.
Listen to the programme — the interview begins at 2:18:04.
The Sydney Morning Herald
News article | 6 October 2026
By Christopher Harris
Almost 1000 NSW teachers were asked if screens helped students learn. Only 53 per cent said yes
News coverage highlighting teachers’ views on whether screens support student learning.
ABC Radio Sydney — NSW Afternoons
Radio segment | 6 October 2026
Landmark survey shines new light on screentime in schools
A discussion of the project’s survey findings and what they reveal about screen use in schools.
ABC Radio Sydney — Sydney Drive
Radio interview | 6 October 2026
Presented by Sarah Dingle
Do Australian classrooms need a ‘digital detox’?
Professor Matt Bower discusses the project’s findings with Sarah Dingle, exploring when screens support learning, when they become a distraction, and what students, teachers and parents think needs to change.
Herald Sun
News article | 15 October 2026
Students sneak two classes’ worth of recreational screen time daily during school
Coverage of the project’s findings on secondary students’ reported recreational screen use at school, featuring commentary from Professor Matt Bower.
