Students wanting to become a teacher would be forced to pass a literacy and numeracy test before being able to apply for a teaching degree at university, under a new Morrison government plan.

They’re currently required to pass a similar test at the end of the degree.

It comes amid concerns about the standard of teachers entering Australian classrooms.

But the Australian Education Union says it’s not the answer.

Press PLAY below to hear the union’s president explain why

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