KC Brooks

@skyowl_ Get off here and enjoy it! 😛

Morning coffee this morning 😇

As to be expected, it was stated that "rigorous training was key" in the swift evacuation of passengers at the Haneda plane crash.

@skyowl_ Singing for a mate that would never come 😔 possibly the last of its kind - so sad.

‘Grief is a rational response’: the 21 US species declared extinct this year The people of the world are on track to make half of the world’s wildlife extinct in the next 20 years That’s us… we are the people doing it, you and I. theguardian.com/environment/20…

The lifelong effects of 'the favourite child' bbc.com/future/article… via @BBC_Future

@skyowl_ Great shot!

Getting prepared for a hot summer!

⚠️Severe weather #warning issued for damaging wind gusts on and just east of the ranges in the southern Illawara District and parts of the Southern Tablelands and South Coast Districts on Friday morning. Details and updates: bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/

I’ve known a few blisters !

Why talking to strangers can make us smarter bbc.com/future/article… via @BBC_Future

@skyowl_ "Sights, sounds and smells can all evoke emotionally charged memories. A new study in rats suggests why: The same part of the brain that's in charge of processing our senses is also responsible, at least in part, for storing emotional memories." livescience.com/8426-brain-lin…

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@brooks_kc I’m sure most of them did their best. Or at least what they thought at the time was the best!🤣

Have your parents messed you up? And three other key questions to help you regain control of your life theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2…

In FY 2020-2021, we released timely and integrated statistical reports that provide comprehensive insights into Australia’s VET programs and interventions. #NCVERHighlights Link: loom.ly/M5yX_J8 #VocationalEducation #Apprenticeships #Statistics

Released today, ASQA’s 2020–21 Annual Report shows that we continue to provide nationally consistent, risk-based regulation of VET to contribute to a quality VET sector that meets Australia’s needs. Read more: asqa.gov.au/news-events/ne…

🎧 NEW FREE WEBINAR 🎧 Join Darryl Dymock & Mark Tyler of @Griffith_Uni as they unpack the findings of their upcoming @NCVER report "Attracting industry experts to become VET practitioners: a journey, not a destination" Register now: ncver.edu.au/news-and-event…

#FeatureFriday this week is all about connecting students in a disconnected world. It explores some great tips about using Breakout Rooms (the popular video conferencing feature that can put students into smaller groups for discussion and collaboration). cultofpedagogy.com/breakout-rooms…

October Update: VET in Secondary Schools Scoping Study, our next webinar invitation, VET sector engagement, provider tips, transition extensions and more. Read here: asqa.gov.au/news-events/ne…

If only there was an alternative… but, alas…

Celebrate the Superb Fairy-wren’s big win and sign up for this year’s #AussieBirdCount starting 18 October! This count helps us better understand the birds that live where people live and how their populations are faring. Sign up as a counter today at: aussiebirdcount.org.au

Breaking News: Dead fish and birds are washing up on the coast of Orange County, California, after a pipeline failure on Saturday caused at least 126,000 gallons of oil to spill into the Pacific Ocean, creating a 13-square-mile slick that’s still growing. nyti.ms/3l3Rb8Z