The US Education Department's staff reductions may lead to a lack of capacity to handle education disability complaints, causing them to be filed as state complaints instead. This could result in students with discrimination or harassment claims facing a backlog of unresolved cases and losing a critical avenue for reporting their concerns. The reduction in staff at the Education Department may embolden school districts to ignore these complaints, according to a federal lawsuit filed by Democratic attorneys general.
https://thestar.com/news/world/united-states/education-department-staff-cuts-could-limit-options-for-families-of-kids-with-disabilities/article_814d010d-c70f-52a1-b24e-4b7a52c44f06.htmlElisha Odhiambo, a Gem Member of Parliament, attended a meeting with various officials including George Omamba from North Kanyamkago Ward, Wycliff Ochiaga from Lake Basin Development Authority, Phillip Okello from Private Security Regulation Authority, and several Executive Secretaries from KNUT chapters in Siaya, Rongo, Kuria East, and Gucha. The meeting aimed to address the need for well-prepared teachers under the Community-Based Curriculum (CBC), with KCA University launching a teachers' college to prepare educators for the new system.
https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/realtime/2025-03-16-knut-leaders-meets-ps-omollo-on-education-governanceThe UK government's curriculum review panel, chaired by Professor Becky Francis, is re-evaluating the emphasis on "tough" subjects like the EBacc in favour of a more balanced approach to education. The Labour party has proposed dropping the EBacc's requirement for 90% of pupils to be studying it by 2025, citing concerns that it limits time for vocational and arts subjects. However, Francis suggests that formative assessments such as primary school multiplication tests and GCSEs are effective and likely to remain in place.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14503217/tough-subjects-becky-francis-curriculum-ai-climate.htmlHong Kong's schools lack trained teachers and sufficient class time to effectively teach students about artificial intelligence (AI), according to sector veterans. The government aims to increase interest in the technology among young people, but principals warn that current resources are insufficient. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po has encouraged companies to provide guidance on tech-related education, such as coding and AI, through schools like Lingnan University, where AI scholar Yao Xin emphasizes the importance of teaching ethical standards before technical education.
https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3302559/hong-kong-schools-dont-have-enough-teachers-trained-ai-sector-veterans-say?module=top_story&pgtype=sectioniPeople Inc., a joint venture between the Yuchengco Group of Companies and Ayala Corp., is expanding its partnership with Coursera to reach 45,000 learners annually, up from 15,000. As one of Coursera for Campus' top three customers globally, iPeople aims to equip students and faculty at its six universities and colleges with industry-recognized skills and GenAI-powered learning, preparing them for an AI-driven job market.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/17/campus-press/education-group-steps-up-ai-enabled-platforms/2074086Indian politician is emphasizing the importance of education in achieving progress and power. His comments come as debates surrounding caste and religion continue in Indian politics. He supports merit-based advancement and believes that education has transformative power.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/national/nitin-gadkari-stresses-need-for-education-in-muslim-community-slams-caste-based-politics/The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Jordan has received $9 million from China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA) to support the "Smart Education" project, aiming to transition public universities into a digital environment, enhance learning efficiency, and provide high-quality educational resources. The project will also facilitate the exchange of modern educational tools among universities, enabling students to access advanced scientific knowledge.
https://www.jordantimes.com/news/local/public-universities-benefit-jd9m-smart-education-project-funded-chinaThe number of students applying for scholarships at private schools in Australia has increased significantly over the past few years, with some schools seeing a 33% rise in applicants between 2021 and 2024. This trend is mirrored across other private schools, including Sydney Grammar, where headmaster Dr Richard Malpass reported a "significant rise" in scholarship applications, with 200 more applicants than in 2022. Parents are increasingly considering private education regardless of the test outcome, with some schools offering scholarships to reward academic excellence but also to encourage students who want to make a contribution to school life. For example, Reddam House Sydney offers scholarships to students who demonstrate leadership skills and a commitment to making a positive impact.
https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/more-parents-want-a-private-school-scholarship-marks-are-not-always-enough-20250313-p5ljfv.htmlBairnsdale Secondary College, once described as "Australia's worst school," has turned its culture around six years after a report highlighted issues with teachers' mental health and student behavior. Principal Tony Roberts credits the transformation to setting a good example for students, while learning specialist Kelly Mills notes significant improvements in teacher well-being since her arrival in 2019.
https://www.smh.com.au/national/victoria/six-years-ago-this-was-australia-s-worst-school-here-s-how-it-turned-around-20250310-p5liet.html