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Culture war on education rages in Virginia governor's race
McLEAN, Virginia, July 22 (Reuters) - Suparna Dutta, an Indian immigrant, is incensed that new admissions standards aimed at boosting Black and Latino enrollment at her son's Alexandria, Virginia high school have resulted in fewer Asian Americans being
Education and outreach the key to vaccinating seniors in the US
WASHINGTON - In February, District of Columbia (DC) health authorities monitoring Covid cases and vaccinations ward by ward in the US capital were
‘Pingdemic’ effect: how different sectors in England have been hit
Businesses, transports and councils are dealing with staff shortages due to NHS app-enforced Covid isolations Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Some mainline railway signal locations are at “critical levels” in terms of staff
Minfy Announces Their New Cloud Centre of Excellence in Hubli
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The Latest: Tokyo hits 6-month high in cases before Olympics
TOKYO — Tokyo has hit another six-month high in new coronavirus cases, one day before the Olympics. The 1,979 new cases Thursday are the highest since 2,044 were recorded on Jan. 15. Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga and the International Olympic Committee have
Top Indian newspaper raided by tax authorities after months of critical coverage
Newspapers, with headlines about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decision to revoke special status for the disputed Kashmir region, are displayed for sale at a pavement in Ahmedabad, August 6, 2019. (Photo: REUTERS/Amit Dave) NEW DELHI – Indian tax
AP looks inside China’s largest detention center in Xinjiang
DABANCHENG, China (AP) — The Uyghur inmates sat in uniform rows with their legs crossed in lotus position and their backs ramrod straight, numbered and tagged, gazing at a television playing grainy black-and-white images of Chinese Communist Party history.
College rankings have made school less affordable, less equitable, and more miserable for students. The ...
The incentives around college rankings forced universities to take actions during the pandemic that made student experiences worse and more expensive. U.S. News & World Report; Samantha Lee/Insider College rankings don't measure aspects of universities that
Hale private boys’ school in Perth received more than $7m in jobkeeper
Government subsidies were second-largest source of income for school in 2020, which declared a surplus of $8.31m and offered discounts to parents A private boys’ school in Perth that charges up to $27,000 a year in fees received more than $7m in jobkeeper
World's poorest children missing out on pre-primary education
Eight in 10 of the world's poorest children—almost 50 million boys and girls—are missing out on vital education in the first few years of their life because of a chronic lack of funding in pre-primary education, according to a new report published today.
UK to co-host Global Education Summit alongside Kenya
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, alongside President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya, will co-host a Global Education Summit next week, aimed at extending access to education to millions of children across the world. The summit - taking place from 28 and 29 July -
UK inspectors find book calling for gays to be executed in Islamic boarding school's library
A Muslim boarding school in the United Kingdom failed a government inspection after a book calling for gay people to be killed was found in its library. ...
T-Mobile US launches back to school special deals, more support for education
T-Mobile US has launched new back to school deals or
Varsities should discuss socio-economic, political issues facing world: VP
Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu asks universities to become thought leaders in finding solutions to global challenges such as climate change, poverty and pollution. PUBLISHED ON JUL 21, 2021 03:41 PM IST Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Wednesday asked
The Latest: Australia wants to change AstraZeneca advice
CANBERRA, Australia — Australia’s prime minister says he’s urging the government’s adviser on vaccines to change its advice against adults under age 60 taking the AstraZeneca shot. More than half the nation is locked down because of growing COVID-19 clusters.
We Are Leaving ‘Lost Einsteins’ Behind
Hundreds of thousands of highly capable people are being dropped by the wayside. ...
A better start? A progress check on donor funding for pre-primary education and early childhood development
Eight in 10 of the world’s poorest children – almost 50 million boys and girls - are missing out on vital education in the first few years of their life because of a chronic lack of funding in pre-primary education, according to a new report
Conservation educators remember trailblazer
Capital Press | 2021-07-20, 22:57
MOUNT HOREB, Wis. – Wisconsin Women in Conservation’s conservation educators met July 14 for a "happy hour" and networking event at Brix Cider in Mount Horeb. The group brings together women landowners to connect and learn about conservation practices,
Education secretary walks back critical race theory preference for federal grants
Black Hills Pioneer | 2021-07-20, 18:10
(The Center Square) – Republicans declared victory after the U.S. Department of Education released new information appearing to walk back previous language that encouraged schools to teach critical race theory and gave preferential treatment when awarding
A very modern threat to academic freedom | Letter
Prof Grace Lavery says not every opinion deserves a moment in the scholarly limelight I was pleased to see that the Guardian’s editorial line held fast against the government’s incursions into academic freedom. However, the editorial (18 July) conflates three
'Sex Education' season three teaser: It's everything 'new' for Moordale
(MENAFN - NewsBytes) The wait is finally over! Netflix's most anticipated teen dramedy, Sex Education season three, is here with its exploding teaser. We do already know who the old faces are. But ... ...
Peng Liyuan urges cooperation on women's education, poverty reduction
Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, on Tuesday called for making concerted and persistent efforts to deepen cooperation on women's education and poverty reduction. Peng, a special envoy of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and
Pakistan opens government school for transgender students
MULTAN, Punjab, Pakistan – In an action that sets unique precedent in this largely conservative Muslim majority country, the Government of Pakistan earlier this month established and opened its first public school for transgender people in
The Latest: Fauci: Academy wants kids wearing school masks
WASHINGTON — The nation’s top infectious disease expert is suggesting parents follow new COVID-19 guidance for mask-wearing issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The academy is recommending schools require face masks for children older than 2 and all
News from the world of Education: July 20, 2021
Information on admissions, research, MOUs, scholarships and more ...
Martinez helps US beat college all-stars 1-0 in Olympic prep
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Nick Martinez combined with three relievers on a five-hitter and Eddy Alvarez walked with the bases loaded in the sixth inning, giving the U.S. Olympic team a 1-0 win over a college national team in
Guidance Note – Environment and the Education sector, RMRP 2021
This guidance note has been developed for the RMRP 2021. Guidance is limited to the context of the region and this emergency. The note is not intended to cover all education-related interventions or all human mobility emergencies anywhere in the world. Where
New Tulsa-area higher education consortium hopes better teamwork pays off for all
Tulsa World | 2021-07-20, 06:57
More bachelor’s degrees and better economic mobility for Tulsans are the ultimate goals behind a recently launched initiative that brings together leaders from the higher education, business and civic arenas, the effort’s new leader said. ...
UK politician says 'white privilege' divisive, unhelpful term: report
A U.K. politician and member of the nation's equality watchdog is warning that the term “white privilege” was divisive and contributed to an "unhelpful way of looking at society." ...
She was the only education board member to vote 'no' on critical race theory rules. ...
Tulsa World | 2021-07-19, 22:13
After a week in which Tulsan Carlisha
Hungary Prime Minister attacks European Commission’s action on anti-LGBTQ+ legislation
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban told the state radio Friday that the European Commission’s infringement�proceeding concerning the passage of Bill T/16365 was “legalized hooliganism.” The bill, while
Number of Children Being Home-Educated in UK ‘Rises by 75 Percent’ Amid Lockdowns
The number of children registering for home-education in the UK rose by 75 percent in the first eight months of this school year, according
Early marriages deprive girls from higher education
(MENAFN - Tribal News Network) Araba I was only fifteen years old when I got married. I wanted to study further and achieve my goals, which means I wanted to do a job when I grow up. But I was about thirteen years old when I got... ...
Biden calls judge’s decision to halt DACA program ‘deeply disappointing,’ says DOJ will appeal ruling
A demonstrator holds a “Home Is Here” sign during a rally supporting the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program (DACA) outside of the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., U.S., on Nov. 12, 2019. MUST CREDIT: Bloomberg photo by Al Drago
CTVET organises virtual conference to celebrate World Youth Skills Day 2021
The Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) in partnership with the National Youth Authority (NYA) and the Ghana National Union of Technical Students (GNUTS) has held a virtual conference to mark the 2021 World Youth Skills Day
Education Notebook: Tulsa Public Schools set district bell times
Tulsa World | 2021-07-19, 06:55
A spokeswoman for Tulsa Public Schools confirmed Wednesday that the district’s 2021-2022 bell times are set. ...
Do students in China study too much? The government seems to think so
It's not unusual for students in China, particularly those hoping to reach higher education, to study and do tutoring from early morning until late at night most days. But it now seems to have the government concerned. ...
How and When to Teach the Dark Truths of U.S. History
Readers react to a column by Ross Douthat about the value of a "patriotic education." Also: The aftermath of cancer; social media and prejudice. ...
Schools in England shut early for summer as record numbers are forced to isolate
Heads say ‘terrible’ lack of guidance and anger among parents over holiday chaos have led to ‘grim situation’ Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Schools across England are closing early for the summer break or moving to online
Green Reptile As Pet/We Have, I Fear, Confused Power With Greatness
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Penn State to remove Fidel Castro quote from campus after campaign by student who fled ...
Penn State University said Saturday it
How Conservatives Can Reshape Education
The right needs to create institutions, not just restrict what the ones we have can teach. ...
Teachers are the real deal, tech just a tool
It’s hard to quantify the damage that the Covid-19 pandemic has done to education in South Africa. The term “learning loss” has been thrown around casually, without a true appreciation for its devastating effects. The gaps that have been created in terms of
State board of education's lone no vote on critical race theory rules reflects on decision
Tulsa World | 2021-07-17, 19:44
Tulsan Carlisha Williams Bradley says teachers across the state have praised her and "mainly white parents" have condemned her for speaking out against HB 1775. #oklaed ...
UK’s France curbs irk travelers; health chief tests positive
LONDON (AP) — Tourists and the travel industry vented frustration and anger on Saturday after Britain reversed a plan to ease travel restrictions on France just two days after they were due to start, citing concerns about a variant of the coronavirus. The move
How Studyum Is Revolutionizing Learning and the Global Education
Read full article Agencies 17 July 2021, 2:27 pm·5-min read Humanity has always quested for knowledge, and, with advanced technology at its fingerprints technology, learning has become easier than ever. People can access information and be educated from
Greg Gutfeld: Cubans waving American flags offends students, pro athletes and Olympic hammer throwers
Students choose to focus on the flawed past of a country that now has universal suffrage, equal protection under the law, and the Gutfeld show. But the flag? It's probably just a piece of cloth! ...
UN chief: World faces a `hurricane of humanitarian crises’
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations chief warned Friday that a “hurricane of humanitarian crises” around the world has left civilians in conflict areas paying the highest price and is compounded by a relentless wave of attacks on humanitarian and medical
Malcolm Gladwell examines why HBCUs score so low in U.S. News & World Report College Rankings
Gladwell’s “Revisionist History” podcast looked deeper into the publication’s ranking system and how little it seems to do with pure academics. Since 1935, U.S. News & World Report has produced a listing of the top colleges and universities across the nation,
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issues advisory on dangers of health misinformation amid rise in covid-19 cases
U.S. Surgeon General briefing at White House july 15, 2021, on dangers of misinformation. Photo: Whitehouse.gov WASHINGTON – Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a warning against health misinformation Thursday, saying that falsehoods spreading quickly
Hong Kong national security police raid student union office
HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong’s national security police on Friday raided the office of a university student union after student leaders last week commemorated a man who killed himself after stabbing a police officer. Police raided the office at the University of
Cornel West accuses Harvard University of ‘spiritual bankruptcy’
Author and activist announced his departure in March but has now published resignation letter which cites ‘superficial diversity’ and ‘spiritual rot’ Author, activist and scholar Cornel West has resigned from his role as professor at Harvard University,
The Latest: Hungary will offer 3rd shots beginning in August
BUDAPEST, Hungary – Hungary’s government will provide citizens with the option to receive a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine beginning in August, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday. The third shot will be made available to all people regardless of
14-Year-old Becomes First African American to Win Scripps National Spelling Bee
Zaila Avant-garde twirled around in a spin, her smile radiating from the clear braces covering her teeth as confetti fell from the ceilings. The 14-year-old from Harvey, La., had reason to twirl and spin, and most importantly, she had more than enough reasons
30th HKTDC Education & Careers Expo Opens Today
Hub for study and job opportunities, 2,600+ vacancies offered HONG KONG, July 15, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 30th edition of the HKTDC Education & Careers Expo opened today and runs ... ...
Upping the employability
With today being World Youth Skill Day, find out how sustained skill development can help people thrive. ...
World Youth Day: Promoting inclusion and decent job creation
Today is World Youth Skills Day. We draw attention to a new era defined by a new set of needs brought about by the coronavirus pandemic and the need to adapt strategies to meet such challenges and needs. The celebration emphasises the need to ensure continuity
World Youth Skills Day: How has the pandemic affected the future of the tech industry?
In recognition of World Youth Skills Day 2021, a group of technology industry leaders discuss the impact of the pandemic on young people, and in particular what this is going to hold for the future of the technology industry Each year, on July 15th, the world
How to Raise Kids Who Won’t Be Racist
Research shows that talking openly about race makes children more empathetic and raises their self-esteem. ...
Closing the Gap: Asia Education Update - October 2020
Of the 4.3 million refugees and asylum-seekers in Asia and the Pacific, an estimated 810,0001 are at primary school age. This report focuses on 13 countries in Asia where education data is available. The finding is that only 32%2
Education Above All’s Educate A Child programme and buildOn to provide access to education for 159,000 out of school children in some of the world’s poorest countries
STAMFORD, CT, 15 July 2021 – Global non-profit organisation buildOn and Education Above All (EAA) Foundation’s Educate A Child (EAC) programme aim to enrol 159,211 out of school children (OOSC) into quality primary education in seven of the
1 in 6 young adults not in employment, education or training: EU
On the occasion of World Youth Skills Day, 15 July, Eurostat released some concerning figures on the state of youth in Europe in terms of their employment, education and training status. According to the figures over one in six (17.6 %) of young
1 in 6 young adults in neither in employment, education or training: EU
On the occasion of World Youth Skills Day, 15 July, Eurostat released some concerning figures on the state of youth in Europe in terms of their employment, education and training status. According to the figures over one in six (17.6 %) of young
NSW Lockdowns Disrupt HSC Trial Exams
Year 12 students undertaking their Higher School Certificate (HSC) trial exams will face disruptions after the New South Wales government
'Time traveller' turns back the clock
When Simone Finch steps out in public, dressed head to toe in 1940s attire, she looks out of place in the modern world. Curlers, couture, and culture combine for Thesis ...
Right to education fully protected in Xinjiang: White paper
The right to education is fully protected in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, according
Texas Has Broken My Heart
The natural optimism of some of my fellow Texans has fallen to deep cynicism. ...
Educators grapple with how to enforce California school mask mandate in the fall
LOS ANGELES – California will embrace one of the nation’s most stringent school mask mandates next fall, but is leaving enforcement to local educators, who are proposing a range of ...
Why Is the Country Panicking About Critical Race Theory?
How an obscure legal theory took over American politics. ...
Boris Johnson’s deadly ‘freedom day’ gamble | Letters
The NHS cannot cope with the lifting of Covid restrictions in England, argue Diana Mallinson and Alan Walker . Plus letters from Joy McLaughlan, Mary Smith and Mark Russell Christina Pagel explains why the NHS will struggle to cope with the increasing rate of
After DepEd got an apology, group asks: ‘Now what?’
Even after the Philippine government – as demanded by the Department of Education (DepEd) – got the apology it wanted from the World Bank (WB), a group maintained that the state of Philippine education remains in crisis. JOJO RINOZA / FILE PHOTO /
COVID-19 left disastrous impacts on health, nutrition and education of women in India
Patna: A study conducted by two leading institutes has found that the COVID-19-related lockdowns and restrictions not only took a heavy toll on human lives and livelihoods but also left disastrous impacts on health, nutrition and education of girls and
Digital learning vs real-world learning: Blended on-campus and online study is best
Social distancing and lockdowns have disrupted university study for the past 18 months. Students are understandably stressed as shown by a dramatic drop in student satisfaction across Australia reported in the annual . Federal Education Minister Alan Tudge has
Acclaim, fundraising spread unevenly among Black colleges
ATLANTA — Two recent high-profile faculty appointments could be a fundraising and enrollment bonanza for Howard University, one of the nation’s most prestigious Black colleges. Many other Black schools are not so fortunate; in fact, many are
MP Board MPBSE 10th Result 2021 DECLARED: Direct link activated, check here
MP Board Class 10 Result 2021: The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) declared the MP Board Class 10 result 2021 today. Students who registered themselves for the Class 10 MP board exam 2021 can check the result through the official site of
Missing school: how art can help girls in Nepal get an education – in pictures
Some of the UK’s best-loved illustrators , including Axel Scheffler, Debi Gliori and Jackie Morris, have created artworks telling the stories of children in rural Nepal who struggle to get an education. The pictures are being raffled by the charity United Word
Senate Democrats reach $3.5 trillion budget agreement including money for climate, education, family programs
Traverse City Record-Eagle | 2021-07-14, 03:48
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats reach $3.5
Labour Grovels After 'Rainbow Monkey Dildo Story Hour' Sparks Backlash From Muslim Parents
The 'Rainbow Monkey Dildo Story Hour' has forced Labour officials to grovel after intense backlash from the local Muslim community. ...
Chennais Amirta sponsors Hotel Management Education
Hyderabad (Telangana) , July 13 (ANI/News Voir): Chennais Amirta International Institute of Hotel Management (CAIIHM), a premier educational institute in the hospitality industry in the country, has waived off the course fee of Rs. 75,000 of one of its
What's Next? Lessons on Education Recovery: Findings from a Survey of Ministries of Education amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic brought the loss of many lives and placed severe pressures on health systems. Since March 2020, most governments worldwide have implemented policies to contain the disease’s spread. At the peak of national school closures in early
News from the world of Education: July 13, 2021
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Regional Bureau for West and Central Africa Education Newsletter, June 2021
On World Refugee Day 2021, celebrated with the theme Together we heal, learn and shine, UNHCR called for greater inclusion of refugees in health systems, schools and sport, to ensure that refugees have the opportunity to contribute to a stronger,
World Bank funds Ugandan cybersecurity public education campaign
The National Information Technology Authority Uganda has launched a cybersecurity
AP PHOTOS: In Sri Lanka, a dangerous climb for online school
BOHITIYAWA, Sri Lanka (AP) — Getting online school lessons for residents of this remote Sri Lankan village requires a trek through dense bushes sometimes visited by leopards and elephants. The teachers and some 45 schoolchildren in Bohitiwaya then climb more
Future Success of Australian Workforce at Risk From New Maths Curriculum: Minerals Council
The Australian mining industry is concerned that the newly proposed curriculum poses a risk to the prosperity and future success of the workforce. The
Stitt's secretary of education joins two district leaders in 2022 race for state superintendent
Tulsa World | 2021-07-12, 22:39
Ryan Walters is running for state superintendent as a Republican alongside superintendents April Grace, of Shawnee, and John Cox, of Peggs. #oklaed ...
State Education Board adopts temporary rules on teaching race, gender in Oklahoma public schools
Tulsa World | 2021-07-12, 22:20
Tulsa Public Schools says it will make no changes to its lessons in response to HB 1775 or the newly adopted emergency rules for public schools across the state. #oklaed ...
NJ educator in trans rant beer-toss case sues for defamation
The Herald Bulletin | 2021-07-12, 19:31
GALLOWAY, N.J. (AP) — A New Jersey middle school vice principal who was filmed tossing a cup of beer at people who had been recording his wife's rant against an apparent transgender woman's use of a public restroom is suing ...
Sri Lanka teachers on strike over detention of protesters
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Teachers in Sri Lankan government-run schools withdrew from online teaching Monday to protest the detention of union leaders and others in quarantine centers under pandemic laws. Schools in Sri Lanka remain closed because of the
Duterte welcomes World Bank apology, orders actual assessment of students' performance
President Duterte has accepted the apology of the World Bank after its premature publication of a report on Filipino students’ academic abilities but said he wanted to see the actual and latest assessment of the students’ performance. President
Dynamics and Dilemmas within the Education in Displacement ecosystem
A high proportion of the world's displaced are children. Millions all over the world live in extreme adversity, are displaced from their homes, their families, or face poverty, neglect, abuse and violence. Education can enable even the
Human Rights Council Holds Panel Discussion on Technical Cooperation to Advance the Right to Education
The Human Rights Council this morning held its annual thematic panel discussion on technical assistance and capacity building with a focus on technical cooperation to advance the right to education and ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and
Football Player Who Assaulted a Referee Seeks a New Start
A high school football player in Texas became infamous when he did the unthinkable, leveling a referee. With grace from the ref, the player is seeking a new start. ...
World Vision Remedial Education - Teachers Handbook [EN/AR]
This Remedial Education Handbook is for primary school teachers who are already working in school settings and who want to begin a remedial education program. This handbook is also useful
Former UTS dean found not guilty of nine charges in fake harassment trial
Sydney academic Dianne Jolley, who is accused of sending herself threatening letters, has admitted to writing one note at work A former dean of science at the University of Technology Sydney accused of sending threatening letters to herself and colleagues has
Return of the Taliban: People recall the dark days where women were pariahs, education a travesty
It was only a matter of time. Ahead of the final withdrawal of US-led forces from Afghanistan, the Taliban continued to gain ground. Local reports, internal sources, former military commanders, political analysts have all conceded to the fact that Taliban
'Blended learning' continues until more people get jabs
The Philippines will continue to implement the “blended learning” policy until more people have been vaccinated against the coronavirus disease, Malacañang said Monday. Without face-to-face classes, teachers are expected to teach remotely during
