Education
Moroccan protesters, led by the Gen Z 212 movement, continued their demands for reforms, particularly in education, healthcare, and economic inequality, despite an eight-day pause in demonstrations. The protests, which started as a response to the death of eight women during childbirth in a public hospital, have become a symbol
Education
As the United States faces another government shutdown, the Department of Education has sent layoff notices to more than 460 staff members across six of its 17 primary offices. The reductions target staff responsible for administering critical grant programs, including Title I for low-income students and the Individuals with Disabilities
Education
The Australian Education Union (AEU) has emphasized the need for teachers to be fully supported by governments in tackling bullying in schools. The union has welcomed the Albanese government's commitment to foster safer classroom environments but stress that support for teachers must not be overlooked. AEU Federal President
Education
Researchers at Xiamen University of Technology in Xiamen, People's Republic of China, have developed an innovative system to improve medical education by integrating three-dimensional (3D) and mixed-reality (MR) technologies. The system, designed to teach anatomy and surgical techniques, allows students to gain hands-on experience in a virtual environment,
Education
Guazhou County, Gansu Province of China, has made significant strides in education development, prioritizing resource optimization, quality improvement, and talent recruitment. The county has allocated nearly 500 million yuan to build new schools, renovate existing ones, and introduce integrated primary, middle, and high school education through group-based education. This strategic
Education
The State Secretariat of Education and Culture (SEE) and the National Institute of Colonization and Agrarian Reform (INCRA) have signed a transfer agreement to facilitate land regularization for eight rural schools in the Brazilian state of Acre. The agreement will benefit approximately 1,100 students and grant the state legal
Education
Research has shown that school-based sexuality education is critical in promoting the health and well-being of adolescents and young people in sub-Saharan Africa. Despite significant progress made by countries in the region in improving adolescents' and young people's sexual and reproductive health and rights, further advancements are
Education
During a historic visit to India, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya met with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation between their nations. The pair focused on education reforms, with particular attention to development priorities, and shared updates on initiatives aimed at promoting inclusive
Education
Researchers at Centennial College in Toronto, Canada, have highlighted the need for tailored puberty health and sex education for Gender-Independent, Intersex, Non-Binary, and Transgender (GIaNT) youth. The study emphasizes the importance of addressing the unique needs of GIaNT youth, who often face negative outcomes due to the exclusion of their
Debt cancellation
Advocates for borrowers hailed an agreement between the Education Department and the American Federation of Teachers as a win for those enrolled in income-driven repayment plans. The agreement, which is subject to court approval, will allow more borrowers to have their remaining debt canceled without facing potentially painful tax bills.
Debt cancellation
Advocates for borrowers hailed an agreement between the Education Department and the American Federation of Teachers as a win for those enrolled in income-driven repayment plans. The agreement, which is subject to court approval, will allow more borrowers to have their remaining debt canceled without facing potentially painful tax bills.
Education
Teachers from the Namissiguima Basic Education District began their 2025 annual educational conference, focusing on implementing educational reforms and adapting to integration situations. The four-day conference was attended by teachers, educational supervisors, and dignitaries, including the inspector of the basic education district, Christophe Kienou, and the vice-president of the special
