Kenya's Curriculum-Based Education (CBC) is facing challenges, but Shumi remains optimistic about its success with government support and a positive attitude from teachers. The Ministry of Education has outlined criteria for Grade 10 placement under the CBC system, which will officially begin in January 2026. To prepare parents, the Homa Bay County Education Network is engaging them on what CBC entails.
https://www.the-star.co.ke/counties/coast/2025-04-25-state-urged-to-increase-funding-for-teacher-training-under-cbcA CET candidate in Karnataka has been given two options by the government after being barred from writing his Mathematics paper due to wearing a sacred thread, sparking an education policy debate. The student was allegedly denied entry for wearing the 'janivara' during the exam. The Karnataka government has offered him the option to re-examine or accept his average marks, in order to protect his academic prospects.
https://indiatoday.in/india/karnataka/story/karnataka-bidar-cet-student-mathematics-re-exam-average-marks-janivara-sacred-thread-case-2714949-2025-04-25Members of Parliament and various stakeholders attended an event in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa where Muhammad Ijaz Khalil, Chief Planning Officer of the Elementary and Secondary Education Department, presented the current education budget and government schemes aimed at improving elementary and secondary education. The department's commitment to equity in resource allocation was reaffirmed, with a focus on girls' secondary education, where dropout rates are higher. Representatives from the Rise and Shine Girls’ Education Leaders Network and the Joint Working Group of National Human Rights Institutions submitted recommendations for targeted investment in girls' inclusive education budgeting, emphasizing the need to address the educational disparities affecting half of Pakistan's children.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1304878-pre-budget-seminar-more-allocation-sought-to-boost-girls-education-in-kpPakistan's government has announced a plan to distribute 100,000 laptops nationwide to promote digital literacy and educational development, with applications open to students from all backgrounds and regions. The initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and create a more inclusive education system.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1304876-100-000-laptops-to-be-given-away-to-youthThe Uttar Pradesh Board of Secondary Education conducted exams from February 24 to March 12, 2025, across 8,140 centres in the state. Students can check their results via SMS by typing UP12 followed by their roll number for Class 12 or UP10 for Class 10 and sending it to 56263. The board's previous year performance showed a pass percentage of 89.55%, with girls outperforming boys, a trend expected to continue this year.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/up-board-results-2025-upmsp-class-10-12-scorecards-releasing-today-heres-direct-link-to-check-8250738#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationAfter receiving Class 10 results, students can collect their original marksheet from school and choose a stream for Class 11 based on interests and performance. They can then apply for scholarships offered by the UP government and private bodies, followed by applying for undergraduate programs such as BSc, BTech, or BCom depending on the selected stream. Students must prepare for national-level entrance exams like JEE, NEET, and CUET, and consider vocational and skill-based programmes from NSDC or other institutes.
https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/up-board-results-2025-live-updates-class-10th-12th-result-declared-check-here-direct-link-upmsp-edu-in-8250498The Uttar Pradesh Board has introduced an innovative step for students by offering marksheets through DigiLocker, a digital locker service provided by the government of India. Students can download their digital scorecards and have them digitally verified. However, physical copies of the mark sheets will still be distributed to schools as per previous practice. To access their digital marksheet, high school students need to enter their roll number and date of birth on DigiLocker, while intermediate students must provide their roll number and mother's name.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/up-board-exam-result-meet-class-10-topper-yash-pratap-singh-8252477#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationA new online program is set to launch on April 28, targeting professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of Bitcoin beyond traditional price charts and trading platforms. The four-module training will cover technical, legal, economic, and philosophical aspects, addressing the growing global interest in Bitcoin, particularly in regions with limited access to formal crypto education.
https://bitcoinist.com/worlds-1st-bitcoin-masters-degree-debuts-in-spain-details/The rising cost of higher education in the US is prompting students and families to carefully consider the financial implications of various college majors. For instance, a study by the National Center for Education Statistics found that students who pursue engineering degrees can expect to graduate with debt totaling around $70,000, while those majoring in humanities may graduate with debt exceeding $90,000. This highlights the importance of choosing a major that aligns with career prospects and earning potential, such as computer science or nursing, which tend to have higher salary ranges.
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