Education NewsFeed

March 4, 2025

Tennessee Tech Sees Surge in Welding Enrollments

The US is reviving hands-on skills and trade schools amid growing concerns about the impact of AI on employment. Tennessee College of Applied Technology in Nashville has seen a resurgence in student enrollment for welding classes, as students seek practical training to complement their education with emerging technologies.

https://krcgtv.com/news/nation-world/hands-on-skills-trade-schools-being-revived-threat-of-ai-intensifies-artificial-intelligence-school-district-experience-career-expo-college-investment-employees

March 4, 2025

UK's Exceptional Education System Boasts Shakespeare

The United Kingdom boasts an exceptional education system with low acceptance rates, producing notable figures like William Shakespeare and Tim Berners-Lee. Finland is renowned for its high standard of living, safety, and civil rights, with a robust strategy to convert spending to public services. Germany has a highly skilled workforce, ranking 95.9 points in public education, while Canada secures 95.7 points, with 66.36% of the population holding tertiary degrees. Norway offers an accessible education system with a 100% literacy rate and high-tech industrial society. Japan is a global leader in education, scoring 91.0 points for its advanced public education system, with over 65% of adults aged 25-34 having a college degree. Switzerland provides free public secondary education and specialized support for children with special needs, showcasing its commitment to inclusive learning. Australia ranks 84.1 on the list, with popular universities like Melbourne, Sydney, and Monash attracting international students.

https://en.tempo.co/read/1982548/10-countries-with-best-education-systems-in-the-world-canada-ranks-high

ViewSonic Empowers EdTech at Northwestern Showcase

ViewSonic, a leading global visual solutions provider, is transforming the future of education by reducing teacher workload and fostering more engaging classrooms through AI-driven EdTech. The company's support for the Northwestern Kellogg-McCormick MBAi+MSAI Capstone Showcase highlights its commitment to AI in education. By partnering with institutions like the PASVEX Robotics Competition, ViewSonic is equipping educators with smarter teaching tools and enhancing classroom engagement through adaptive, personalized learning experiences.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/viewsonic-backed-team-wins-top-honor-for-ai-textbook-innovation-at-northwestern-kellogg-mccormick-capstone-showcase-302391266.html

March 4, 2025

Gonski Report Funding Falls Short for Disadvantaged Students

The Australian government's efforts to address educational disparities through increased funding have been ineffective, as disadvantaged students continue to bear the burden in public comprehensive schools. Since the Gonski Report highlighted significant inequities in education 13 years ago, billions of dollars in "needs-based" funding have been allocated to schools. Despite this investment, the problem persists, with many disadvantaged students struggling academically and socioeconomically in public comprehensive schools.

https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/comprehensive-schools-carry-a-disproportionate-burden-of-disadvantage-20250304-p5lgq6.html

Pakistan's Ministry of Education Launches AI Initiative

Pakistan's Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training has launched an initiative at the Federal Government College of Home Economics and Management Sciences in Islamabad to integrate artificial intelligence and financial literacy for students, aiming to equip them with skills for a self-sustainable future. The program seeks to bridge the gap between AI and financial literacy, providing students with knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a digitally-driven world.

https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1288481-ministry-integrates-ai-financial-literacy-for-students

ViewSonic Powers AI-Driven Education Innovations at Kellogg

The annual MBAi+MSAI Capstone Showcase at Kellogg School of Management features students from Northwestern's joint degree program developing AI-powered solutions for education. ViewSonic collaborates with the program, supporting students as they create impactful educational tools. The competition highlights the potential of AI in education, demonstrating how it can improve adaptability and deliver knowledge efficiently.

https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/05/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/viewsonic-backed-team-wins-top-honor-for-ai-textbook-innovation-at-northwestern-kellogg-mccormick-capstone-showcase/2067197

March 3, 2025

34,000 Students Flock to Merit-Based Scheme Portal

The online application portal for a merit-based scheme has been launched, allowing first and second-semester BS students in public sector institutions and medical students to register. The scheme's merit criteria are set at 65% for BS students and 80% for medical students, based on intermediate marks. Over 34,000 students have already registered within hours of the portal's launch.

https://www.geo.tv/latest/593589-punjab-govt-announces-laptop-scheme-for-students-110-000-laptops-to-be-distributed

March 3, 2025

9 AP Students Booked for Malpractice in Exams

Nine second-year intermediate students in Andhra Pradesh have been booked for malpractice during the first day of the Intermediate Public Examinations, which were conducted by the Board of Intermediate Education. The incident occurred on Monday and has raised concerns about cheating practices among students.

https://www.deccanchronicle.com/news/crime/9-inter-students-booked-for-malpractice-1864750

March 3, 2025

AIOU Conducts Exams in Four Provinces Starting March 3

Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) is conducting its final exams for Matric, FA, and I.Com programs across four provinces, including Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu & Kashmir, starting from Monday, March 3. The date sheet is available on the university's website (www.aiou.edu.pk), while roll number slips have been uploaded to students' CMS portals.

https://www.brecorder.com/news/40350885/aious-exams-to-begin-today-across-country