The application deadline for the 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) has been extended due to high demand. The exam will be held on April 29, 2025, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode at 178 cities across 13 mediums nationwide. The syllabus includes a General Test and Teaching Aptitude, with the General Test covering subjects like General Knowledge, Current Affairs, and Numerical Ability. The Teaching Aptitude section will focus on teaching methods for various disciplines such as Science, Arts, and Languages. The exam format will consist of Objective type questions with Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), while the language proficiency test will assess Reading Comprehension, Literary Aptitude, and Vocabulary skills.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/ncet-2025-registrations-extended-for-national-common-entrance-test-7957189#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationThe Jordan Research Fund (JRF) has signed an agreement with the Centre for Advanced Vocational Training (CAVT), led by Director General Enaam Barrishi and Executive President Ammar Gharaibeh, to develop training curricula in cooperation with Jordan's industrial sector. The partnership aims to promote technical and vocational education and training (TVET) and provide career guidance programs to help individuals identify their interests and develop skills for the labour market.
https://www.jordantimes.com/news/local/jrf-cavt-sign-mou-leverage-vocational-technical-trainingMontana lawmakers have passed House Bill 252, a bill aimed at addressing teacher shortages and increasing funding for schools. The STARS Act would provide additional payments for districts employing teachers on emergency authorizations, which are currently used by over half of the state's school districts. Senate President Matt Regier expressed support for the bill, but noted that some Republicans may be hesitant due to a failed school choice bill earlier in the session. Democratic leaders, including Sen. Pat Flowers and Rep. Katie Sullivan, believe the bill is a step in the right direction but argue it doesn't address existing teacher retention and pay issues. Another key education funding bill, House Bill 15, would boost state public school spending by $50 million over two years to account for inflation.
https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-legislature-tackles-education-funding-billsThe University of Mumbai has postponed several exams originally scheduled for March 24 to April 3, 2025, due to the State Common Entrance Test 2025-2026 in Maharashtra State. The Science & Technology examination is rescheduled and will be held as per a revised timetable. Commerce & Management exams have also been rescheduled, with papers on specific dates now taking place after previously scheduled ones. Arts examinations are similarly affected, with some papers being moved to a different date.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/mumbai/mumbai-university-postpones-march-april-exams-citing-clash-with-mht-cet-check-revised-schedule-a525/Newark Public Schools is encouraging students to participate in the upcoming school board election, with Governor's endorsement, as officials consider the students' voices historic in shaping their education.
https://www.chalkbeat.org/newark/2025/03/18/nj-governor-phil-murphy-officials-encourage-youth-vote-school-board-election/Several Chinese universities have launched courses centered around DeepSeek, an AI technology. Shenzhen University in Guangdong Province introduced an AI course based on DeepSeek, while training sessions are being spread across social media platforms in China. In response to DeepSeek's growing popularity, Shenzhen, a tech hub in southern China, has released "vouchers" to support AI research and development.
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202503/1330440.shtmlThe Tripura Board of Secondary Education (TBSE) will release Class 10 board results on its official websites, tbresults.tripura.gov.in and tbse.tripura.gov.in. Students who don't pass the exam can appear for a supplementary exam in June 2025, with results announced in August 2025. The TBSE Class 10 board result 2025 will include student details, marks obtained in each subject, and qualifying status. Original mark sheets and pass certificates can be obtained from schools after the result declaration.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/tripura-class-10-board-exam-concludes-when-to-expect-results-7957886#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationThe US Department of Education has announced plans to cut half its staff under President Trump's orders. Education Secretary Linda McMahon is directed to close the agency and return education authority to the states while ensuring continued delivery of essential services. The order also prohibits programs receiving remaining funds from advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) or gender ideology initiatives.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/trump-executive-order-shutdown-department-of-education-updates/article69351046.eceMapua Malayan Digital College recently hosted a forum to discuss the challenges faced by working students, with four panelists sharing their insights on why many students drop out and how organizations are supporting them. Bianca Gonzalez, TV host and education advocate, emphasized the importance of work-life balance in maintaining academic success. Jenny Chua, VP for Marketing and Admissions at MMDC, highlighted the need for flexible learning programs to accommodate working students' schedules. Adi Hernandez, Assistant Vice President of McDonald's Philippines, shared her own experience as a working student who overcame obstacles to complete her education. Jene Pangue, Rappler Training Coordinator, discussed the role of mentorship and support systems in helping working students stay on track.
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