Tag: Education Reform
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Ruto Unveils Bold Plan to Make Kenya a First-World Nation
Overview: A Bold Vision for Kenya’s Future President William Ruto has announced a comprehensive blueprint intended to elevate Kenya into a first-world nation over the next two to three decades. Speaking on Sunday at a major national event, the president outlined a broad agenda that targets sustained economic growth, massive infrastructure development, and social reforms…
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Decolonizing Global Health: Key Concepts, Actions, and Contributors — A Scoping Review
Introduction: A decade of debate, a call to action Decolonizing global health has emerged as a critical lens for rethinking power, knowledge, and governance in international health. A recent scoping review screened 1,536 articles to identify what decolonizing global health means, its core components, proposed actions, and who is contributing to the dialogue. The findings…
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DepEd Leads National Teachers’ Day 2025 Celebration with Strong Welfare Push for Filipino Educators
National Teachers’ Day 2025: A Night of Honor and Policy Push On October 6, 2025, the Department of Education (DepEd) marked a pivotal National Teachers’ Day (NTD) celebration, underscoring a robust package of welfare improvements and a sustained commitment to teachers’ professional growth. The event, held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay…
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Dispersal of World Teachers’ Day Protest Draws Ire Over Police Tactics in Iloilo City
Peaceful Demands met with dispersal: What happened in Iloilo City Activists are condemning the actions of police who dispersed a peaceful protest in Iloilo City just over a day before World Teachers’ Day. The demonstration gathered outside West Visayas State University (WVSU) to highlight concerns about teachers’ wages, the state of public education, and corruption…
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The Future of Swedish Language Education: A Minister’s Concerns
Introduction In a recent examination of English-language instruction in Sweden, Education Minister Simona Mohamsson has raised alarms about the impact of these schools on the future of the Swedish language. With a significant surge in the number of schools offering education in English—from just 16 to 145 in the span of 15 years—concerns about the…
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The Future of Swedish Language Education: A Call for Reform
The Growing Concern of English in Swedish Schools In recent years, the number of schools in Sweden teaching in English has surged from just 16 to a staggering 145 within 15 years. This alarming trend has raised serious concerns among educational authorities, particularly Education Minister Simona Mohamsson. According to a review by the Swedish Schools…
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Key Bills Awaiting Gavin Newsom’s Approval
Introduction As California moves towards the end of its legislative session, a series of important bills are now awaiting the approval of Governor Gavin Newsom. These bills cover a wide range of issues, including housing regulations, education reforms, and environmental protections. This article provides an overview of the key legislation that could significantly impact the…
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Drastic Measures at Schools to Ensure Student Safety
Introduction In recent times, the safety and well-being of students have become a pressing concern in educational institutions. Reports indicate that several children feel unsafe at school, prompting authorities to take drastic measures. Hege Svendsen, the leader of the Parents’ Association (FAU) at Råholt ungdomsskole in Eidsvoll municipality, expressed her distress regarding the situation, stating,…
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Mobilization at Lurçat High School in Perpignan
Introduction to the Mobilization On the morning of September 10, students at Lurçat High School in Perpignan took a stand in solidarity with the national movement “Bloquons Tout”. This initiative, organized by the Union Syndicale Lycéenne (USL), aims to address pressing issues in the educational landscape. With concerns over educational policies and student rights, this…
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Students Rally at Lycée Lurçat in Perpignan
Students Unite at Lycée Lurçat in Perpignan On the morning of September 10, 2023, students from the Lycée Lurçat in Perpignan gathered in significant numbers to participate in a rally organized by the Union Syndicale Lycéenne. This action is part of the broader social movement known as “Bloquons Tout,” aimed at voicing their concerns regarding…