Imaginology is being used in local schools to enhance the learning experience. The Orange County Register reports that this approach combines art and imagination to foster creativity and wonder in students, allowing them to engage more deeply with academic material.
https://www.ocregister.com/2025/04/12/imaginology-brings-creativity-wonder-to-learning/Participants from Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Sindh, Balochistan, and Punjab shared regional insights on the need for localized waste management policies and increased youth awareness in Pakistan. Representatives from the Ministry of Climate Change, provincial EPAs, and civil society organizations are collaborating on a long-term youth engagement strategy under the Earth Care Pledge initiative. Aftab-ur-Rehman Rana, PTDC Managing Director, emphasized the importance of developing skills for young people through curriculum and participatory activities. Dr Sohima Anzak proposed an "innovative idea competition" to reduce waste and recycle at universities and colleges every semester.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1301072-youth-must-be-equipped-with-skills-to-lead-for-zero-waste-pakistanSenior government officials, including Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah and Commissioner Peshawar Riaz Khan Mehsud, called for transparency in the ongoing matriculation examinations by the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Peshawar. The meeting aimed to curb cheating and provide facilities to students. A modern e-marking system will be introduced to eliminate unfair means. The government is committed to ensuring merit, transparency, and improvements in the education system, with a focus on enrolling out-of-school children.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1301083-efforts-urged-to-ensure-transparency-in-matriculation-examsThe Saylani Mass IT Program has made admission forms available through its social media channels, with over 12,000 students submitting applications, including more than 4,500 female candidates. The top 7,000 successful candidates will be enrolled in various IT courses at Saylani's training centres located in Karachi, including Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, which are part of the organization's efforts to promote digital literacy.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40357417/saylani-welfare-intl-trust-conducts-mega-it-testPakistan's education system is facing criticism over assigning teachers to subjects outside their training, with experts warning it can be demoralizing and damaging to students. Islamabad Model College has been accused of disregarding teacher expertise, with assistant professors like Attiqueur Rahman being tasked with teaching subjects they have no specialization in. This practice is seen as disrespecting years of academic preparation and potentially harming student performance, particularly in exams. Authorities are urged to take steps to address the issue through better planning and respect for teachers' qualifications.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1301067-learning-crisis-as-out-of-field-teaching-growing-in-collegesThe author emphasizes that using AI ethically is crucial for building confidence, driving innovation, and benefiting businesses and societies. This approach aligns with the views of experts in the technology industry, as featured by TechRadarPro's Expert Insights channel.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/beyond-automation-how-agi-will-reshape-decision-making-innovation-and-governanceThe Trump administration is facing a lawsuit filed by teacher unions, including the American Federation of Teachers, over the firing of labor mediators assigned to resolve employer-union conflicts. The lawsuit claims the administration violated federal law when it dismantled the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/esg/teacher-unions-lead-suit-to-stop-trump-firing-of-labor-mediatorsThe US Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Education (ED) have formed a special investigations team to enforce Title IX policies. President Donald Trump issued two executive orders on the topic, but no action has been taken by the new team. The DOJ and ED announced the creation of a "Title IX Special Investigations Team" on April 4, 2025, aimed at protecting female athletes from the effects of gender ideology in school programs and activities.
https://natlawreview.com/article/institutions-title-ix-compliance-under-microscope-doj-ed-form-specialUDT, a Miami-based technology solutions provider, celebrates its 30th anniversary by introducing new initiatives to drive digital transformation and business success for clients "Accomplish More." The company has established itself as an industry leader in IT managed and lifecycle services, including mobility, cloud, collaboration, data, voice, connectivity, cyber security, computing, and managed IT as a service. CEO Henry Fleches credited the company's transformative impact to its entrepreneurial spirit, client trust, team dedication, and partnerships. UDT has received numerous awards and accolades, including being named HP's "Digital Services Partner of the Year" and Intel Corporation's "2025 Partner of the Year for Education." The company is expanding its managed services offerings, developing AI-enabled solutions, and strengthening its IT managed solutions portfolio to drive client success in the AI era.
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