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11,000 Fewer Pupils at English Private Schools After VAT Increase
England's private schools saw an 11,000-pupil decrease this January, following the government's removal of a VAT exemption on private school fees; the government claims this drop is within historical patterns, while private schools say higher fees caused more students to leave than expected.
11,000 Fewer Pupils at English Private Schools After VAT Increase
England's private schools saw an 11,000-pupil decrease this January, following the government's removal of a VAT exemption on private school fees; the government claims this drop is within historical patterns, while private schools say higher fees caused more students to leave than expected.
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Ukrainian Teacher Killed in Action: War's Impact on Zhytomyr's Jewish Community
Andriy Kurovskyy, a beloved computer science teacher at Zhytomyr's Or Avner Chabad school, died on May 28th, 2024, from heart failure while serving in the Ukrainian army on the Pokrovsk front; his death underscores the war's impact on Ukrainian civilians and the challenges faced by educational insti...
Ukrainian Teacher Killed in Action: War's Impact on Zhytomyr's Jewish Community
Andriy Kurovskyy, a beloved computer science teacher at Zhytomyr's Or Avner Chabad school, died on May 28th, 2024, from heart failure while serving in the Ukrainian army on the Pokrovsk front; his death underscores the war's impact on Ukrainian civilians and the challenges faced by educational insti...
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Indigenous Pathfinders Program Tackles Tech Underrepresentation
Mila and Indspire launched the Indigenous Pathfinders in AI program, a six-week initiative providing 21 Indigenous students with AI training, networking, and funding to develop AI solutions for their communities, aiming to increase Indigenous representation in Canada's tech sector, currently under 1...
Indigenous Pathfinders Program Tackles Tech Underrepresentation
Mila and Indspire launched the Indigenous Pathfinders in AI program, a six-week initiative providing 21 Indigenous students with AI training, networking, and funding to develop AI solutions for their communities, aiming to increase Indigenous representation in Canada's tech sector, currently under 1...
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Gates Pledges \$200 Billion to African Health and Education
Bill Gates pledged \$200 billion to African health and education, aiming to improve maternal and child health, combat infectious diseases, and alleviate poverty, addressing funding cuts by other organizations.
Gates Pledges \$200 Billion to African Health and Education
Bill Gates pledged \$200 billion to African health and education, aiming to improve maternal and child health, combat infectious diseases, and alleviate poverty, addressing funding cuts by other organizations.
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DRC State Exams Proceed in M23-Controlled Areas
State secondary school exams began June 2nd in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including 31,381 students in M23 rebel-controlled areas of North Kivu province where the rebel vice-governor oversaw the launch, despite ongoing conflict.
DRC State Exams Proceed in M23-Controlled Areas
State secondary school exams began June 2nd in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including 31,381 students in M23 rebel-controlled areas of North Kivu province where the rebel vice-governor oversaw the launch, despite ongoing conflict.
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British Family's Everest Trek Funds Nepalese Children's Education
A British family is trekking to the base camps of the world's 14 highest mountains to raise funds for the Nimsdai Foundation, which supports education in remote areas of Nepal; they recently reached Everest base camp, highlighting the significant educational disparities.
British Family's Everest Trek Funds Nepalese Children's Education
A British family is trekking to the base camps of the world's 14 highest mountains to raise funds for the Nimsdai Foundation, which supports education in remote areas of Nepal; they recently reached Everest base camp, highlighting the significant educational disparities.
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Putin Approves Creation of Russian Language Promotion Centers
President Vladimir Putin approved the creation of interactive Russian language promotion centers within the National Center "Russia" and its branches, following a council meeting on June 5th; the initiative includes a new children's book voucher program and a national Day of Languages, all aimed at ...
Putin Approves Creation of Russian Language Promotion Centers
President Vladimir Putin approved the creation of interactive Russian language promotion centers within the National Center "Russia" and its branches, following a council meeting on June 5th; the initiative includes a new children's book voucher program and a national Day of Languages, all aimed at ...
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Microsoft to Train 300,000 in NRW on AI
Microsoft will provide AI training to over 300,000 educators, trainees, and finance workers in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, as part of a €3.2 billion investment in AI infrastructure, aiming to make the region a leading AI hub in Europe.
Microsoft to Train 300,000 in NRW on AI
Microsoft will provide AI training to over 300,000 educators, trainees, and finance workers in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, as part of a €3.2 billion investment in AI infrastructure, aiming to make the region a leading AI hub in Europe.
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Supreme Court to Decide Cases Impacting Parental Rights in Education
The Supreme Court is nearing decisions on two cases involving parental rights: one concerning parents' ability to opt their children out of LGBTQ+ themed books in school (Mahmoud v. Taylor), and another regarding Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors (United States v. Skrmetti). A rall...
Supreme Court to Decide Cases Impacting Parental Rights in Education
The Supreme Court is nearing decisions on two cases involving parental rights: one concerning parents' ability to opt their children out of LGBTQ+ themed books in school (Mahmoud v. Taylor), and another regarding Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors (United States v. Skrmetti). A rall...
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AI Reshapes Career Paths: Skill Stack Approach Gains Prominence
The traditional college degree's guarantee of career success is waning due to AI and automation; a "skill stack" approach—combining classroom learning with certifications, internships, and projects—is gaining traction, with AI skills commanding a 23% wage premium and in-demand roles growing 21% sinc...
AI Reshapes Career Paths: Skill Stack Approach Gains Prominence
The traditional college degree's guarantee of career success is waning due to AI and automation; a "skill stack" approach—combining classroom learning with certifications, internships, and projects—is gaining traction, with AI skills commanding a 23% wage premium and in-demand roles growing 21% sinc...
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Scottish Teachers Threaten Strike Over Unsustainable Workloads
Scotland's largest teachers' union, EIS, plans a strike ballot due to unsustainable workloads; a survey of almost 11,000 teachers shows 64% can't complete their work within a week, with many working extra days, and the Scottish government failing to reduce class contact time as promised.
Scottish Teachers Threaten Strike Over Unsustainable Workloads
Scotland's largest teachers' union, EIS, plans a strike ballot due to unsustainable workloads; a survey of almost 11,000 teachers shows 64% can't complete their work within a week, with many working extra days, and the Scottish government failing to reduce class contact time as promised.
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North Rhine-Westphalia Schools See 58% Surge in Threatened Crimes
The number of threatened crimes at schools in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, surged by 58 percent from 2023 to 2024, reaching 375 cases, encompassing various threats including bomb threats and social media posts, despite single-digit figures from 2019 to 2021; schools decide on individual sanction...
North Rhine-Westphalia Schools See 58% Surge in Threatened Crimes
The number of threatened crimes at schools in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, surged by 58 percent from 2023 to 2024, reaching 375 cases, encompassing various threats including bomb threats and social media posts, despite single-digit figures from 2019 to 2021; schools decide on individual sanction...
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48% Bias Score
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