When it comes to education interventions in developing countries, we have an enormous wealth of research studying the effects of these interventions. The only problem is there hasn’t been a proper comparison of these programs that might show which interventions work best. In a … [Read more...] about Report: To improve education in developing countries, invest in teachers
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How teachers can revitalize themselves after this difficult school year
As the school year comes to a close, many educators are realizing that it’s hard to find focus and stay passionate in times of disaster and uncertainty. The speed of school closures and the rapid move to distance learning allowed little time for proper planning and training. … [Read more...] about How teachers can revitalize themselves after this difficult school year
Bill Gates shares the formula to ensure total literacy across the world
As one of its sustainable development goals, the UN is shooting for total literacy among young people, as well as a large portion of adults, by 2030. The problem is that even with rapid technological advancements around the world, the learning environment and the quality of … [Read more...] about Bill Gates shares the formula to ensure total literacy across the world
Teaching and medical staff in Bhutan will become the highest paid civil servants
In many low-income countries, teachers and doctors are often underpaid. That's no longer the case in the country of Bhutan. In a move earning that's been earning high praise, the small Himalayan kingdom has announced that the salaries of teachers, nurses, doctors, and all medical … [Read more...] about Teaching and medical staff in Bhutan will become the highest paid civil servants
The most courageous teacher: John Taylor Gatto passes away but his work lives on
The world’s most courageous teacher, John Taylor Gatto, has passed away. John lived a life-empowering young people to teach themselves. Named the New York State Teacher of the Year twice, John was a public school teacher for 30 years who then spent another 20 years as a … [Read more...] about The most courageous teacher: John Taylor Gatto passes away but his work lives on