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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Hellenic Open University: ESF funding for modernization of quality and service development

The Hellenic Open University has received €520,000 in funding to enhance its quality assurance and service development capabilities, as part of a broader initiative involving 20 universities in Greece.

Feb 27 • 12:01 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The contractor is said to have failed the test

A contractor involved with the construction at Ölduselsskóli has been dismissed due to failure to meet quality requirements, resulting in a disrupted school day.

Feb 27 • 10:35 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
Life & Tech

Educational Counseling / We banned our daughter from attending a conservatory, as it is not a quality education. Now she is apathetic. How can we motivate her to be interested in the world?

A concerned parent seeks advice on how to motivate their apathetic 15-year-old daughter, who shows talent in music but is discouraged from pursuing it academically.

Feb 27 • 09:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Why Brazilians are choosing UNISUD in Paraguay over universities in Brazil?

Brazilians are increasingly enrolling at UNISUD in Paraguay due to concerns about medical education quality and high tuition costs in Brazil.

Feb 26 • 20:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Why Brazilians are switching from universities in Brazil to UNISUD in Paraguay?

Brazilians are increasingly choosing to study at UNISUD in Paraguay due to concerns over the quality of medical education in Brazil and the high costs of local tuition fees.

Feb 26 • 20:33 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Partially changing plans for the reorganization of the music and art school after parents' protests in Limbažu district

Parents are protesting against the reorganization of music and art schools in Limbažu district, which they believe will negatively impact the quality of education.

Feb 26 • 14:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Boa Vista improves the nutritional quality of school meals

The municipal school meal program in Boa Vista, Brazil, has been revamped to include more variety and nutritional options for students in 2026.

Feb 26 • 13:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Taubaté City Hall calls for 25 new teachers approved in the recruitment process

Taubaté City Hall has called for 25 newly approved teachers to join the municipal education system, ensuring the continuity and quality of education.

Feb 26 • 12:46 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Billions to vocational schools without requirements on teaching volume

Swedish vocational schools are receiving billions in funding without any stipulations on the volume of teacher-led instruction, raising concerns about the quality of education.

Feb 26 • 05:32 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Karin Väli: the old education system is tiring, the new is still taking shape

Karin Väli discusses the necessity for a reformed education system in Estonia that focuses on deeper learning and creativity instead of mere structured routines.

Feb 25 • 12:16 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

State School Inspection / The Quality of Teaching is Declining; Pressure on Performance and Testing Prevalent. It Seems that the Only Goal of Schools is Entrance Exams and Competitions

A report by the Slovak State Inspection highlights that the quality of teaching in schools is decreasing, focusing heavily on testing, which hinders the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills in children.

Feb 25 • 12:10 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Lithuanian School Changes Its Approach to Montessori in Europe

A Lithuanian school is adopting a new perspective on Montessori education in response to discussions about quality education for all children.

Feb 24 • 06:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Search for Medicine leads Brazilians to UNISUD

A rising interest in medical education abroad, particularly at UNISUD, is spurred by concerns over the quality and cost of medical training in Brazil.

Feb 23 • 20:48 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Point N: The first figures from high school applications - another round of the battle for quality education

Over 155,000 candidates have applied for high schools in Czechia this year, but available spots are significantly lower than demand.

Feb 23 • 18:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Many students who learn little

Despite significant increases in education access in Brazil since the late 20th century, the quality of student learning has not improved proportionately, leading to ongoing concerns about educational outcomes.

Feb 23 • 01:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Child of foreigners

The article discusses the importance of quality education for children of immigrants to facilitate their integration into society.

Feb 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Merging Several Schools in the Ogre Region

The Ogre municipality is set to merge three schools into a new educational institution named Madliena Regional Secondary School to ensure sustainable and quality education.

Feb 20 • 12:19 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Minister promises to amend existing education standards and create new ones after State Audit Office review

Latvian Minister of Education has committed to reforming education standards following concerns raised by the State Audit Office about the quality oversight in schools.

Feb 19 • 13:07 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The center of the debate is not a position, it is the educational system

The current discourse surrounding educational issues in Mexico highlights the need to focus on the state's capability to provide quality education rather than political positions.

Feb 19 • 12:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kyung Hee Cyber University Obtains 'AA Grade' in Content Quality Certification by the Korean U-Learning Association

Kyung Hee Cyber University achieved an 'AA grade' in content quality certification for six new courses developed for the 2025 academic year as evaluated by the Korean U-Learning Association.

Feb 19 • 01:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Medical Community Calls for a Reduction in Medical School Admissions While the Government States There Will Be No Adjustments

The medical community in South Korea is pushing for a reduction in the number of medical school admissions, despite a planned increase, citing concerns over the quality of education, while the government has firmly stated that no adjustments will be made to the admissions numbers.

Feb 18 • 11:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Vilnius College - Part of the HEROES Alliance: A Path to Strengthening Internationalization and Quality

Vilnius College is part of the HEROES Alliance, which focuses on enhancing internationalization and the quality of higher education in Europe.

Feb 18 • 07:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Children in Latvia Are Not Provided with Equal Quality Basic Education, Concludes the State Audit Office

A state audit in Latvia has concluded that children do not receive equal quality in basic education, despite a unified standard and accredited schools, due to significant discrepancies in teaching approaches and resources.

Feb 18 • 05:02 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

State Audit: In Latvia, Equal Quality of Primary Education is Not Ensured

The Latvian State Audit Office has highlighted significant disparities in the quality of primary education across schools, despite a unified educational standard.

Feb 18 • 02:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Parents complain of leaks, mold, and dirty pool at municipal school in Ribeirão Preto, SP

Parents of students at a municipal school in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, report severe infrastructure issues including leaks, mold, and poor food quality.

Feb 17 • 14:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

170,000 students to sue 36 UK universities over Covid-19 online classes

Over 170,000 students are suing 36 UK universities, alleging inadequate education during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Feb 17 • 11:13 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Expansion of International Student Admission Cap Approved for Three Universities

Three universities in Japan have been approved to expand their international student admission caps, with a condition of raising tuition fees to ensure educational quality.

Feb 17 • 10:15 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

New Horizon for the Strategic Planning of Universities

Greek higher education institutions are developing strategic plans to address emerging challenges in education and research, with a focus on improving quality and incorporating artificial intelligence into their operations.

Feb 17 • 07:12 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Over 170,000 students demand compensation from British schools for education during COVID-19

More than 170,000 former and current students are seeking compensation from 36 British universities over the quality of education they received during the COVID-19 pandemic, claiming it did not match their tuition fees.

Feb 16 • 21:02 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Muslim-Jewish Column: A Praise for Skipping School

The article critiques the German education system's focus on punishing absent students rather than addressing deeper issues like school quality and teacher qualifications.

Feb 16 • 14:36 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Parents oppose the closure of the only high school in Vangaži

Parents in Vangaži are protesting the decision to close the local high school, citing concerns about student transportation and education quality.

Feb 16 • 14:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Good schools need good (professional) directors

A UNESCO report highlights the crucial role of effective school leaders in ensuring quality education and school environments.

Feb 14 • 12:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lato Sensu School invests in educational expansion and arrives in the State of Pará

Lato Sensu School is expanding its educational services into the State of Pará, Brazil, bringing its recognized quality and diverse curricular activities.

Feb 13 • 20:09 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Fight for schools close to home. The head of the Ministry of Education attacked PiS

The Polish Minister of Education criticized the ruling PiS party for ignoring the demographic crisis affecting schools, particularly in rural areas, while advocating for equal access to quality education for all children.

Feb 13 • 11:18 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Director on inclusive education: When a school becomes a social or medical institution, the quality of education suffers

Inclusive education in Latvia is struggling as schools are being expected to take on social and medical roles, diverting focus from educational quality.

Feb 13 • 07:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

How to choose vacuum-packed meat

The article provides guidelines on selecting vacuum-packed meat and clarifies common misconceptions about the liquid found in the packaging.

Feb 12 • 15:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Minister of Education defends her law to reduce class sizes: 'It will increase the quality of education'

The Spanish Minister of Education, Milagros Tolón, advocates for a new law aimed at reducing student-to-teacher ratios in public and charter schools, asserting it will enhance educational quality.

Feb 12 • 12:05 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Universitas Mercatorum: Anvur confirms positive judgment

Universitas Mercatorum has received a satisfactory approval from ANVUR, affirming its educational and scientific project quality.

Feb 11 • 10:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did MP Swati Maliwal say about Delhi's schools?

MP Swati Maliwal criticized the condition of government schools in Delhi, highlighting that poor quality has led to an increase in private educational institutions, making education a privilege for economically better-off families.

Feb 11 • 06:43 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Higher Art School Pallas has received accreditation for seven years

The Higher Art School Pallas in Estonia has been accredited for the next seven years by the Estonian Quality Evaluation Agency for Education (HAKA).

Feb 9 • 14:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Kaunas' Most Outstanding Educator of the Year Selected and Honored

An exceptional educator was honored in Kaunas for contributing to education quality and innovation.

Feb 9 • 14:14 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PPP in schools of Minas provides bonuses for learning to companies that will not take care of education

The Government of Minas Gerais has launched a public-private partnership initiative that allows for bonuses to be awarded to the winning companies based on student performance, though the companies are not responsible for educational quality.

Feb 9 • 11:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Fintiri Launches ₦40,000 Support Programme for 24,000 Out-of-School Girls

Governor Fintiri launched a ₦40,000 support program in Adamawa State to assist 24,000 out-of-school girls in accessing quality education.

Feb 9 • 04:59 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

This is madness: thousands of Rīga residents sign petitions to save kindergartens from reform

Thousands of Rīga residents are signing petitions in response to plans that will close or reorganize numerous kindergartens, raising concerns about educational quality and childcare availability.

Feb 8 • 22:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

One corpse, 20 trainees... Medical students of 2024 and 2025 are struggling with joint classes

Medical students from the classes of 2024 and 2025 are experiencing challenges related to shared classes and limited resources, leading to concerns over the quality of medical education as the government plans to increase the number of medical students.

Feb 8 • 09:43 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Last Minute Tips for High School Admissions: Which High School is of Good Quality? Will the Graduate Get into University? Will They Find a Job?

The article offers advice for students and parents on the last-minute preparations for applying to high schools in Slovakia, which includes understanding the school quality and admissions process.

Feb 7 • 11:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

When the crisis is a project

Indigenous peoples continue to struggle for quality education in their villages due to a complex set of structural challenges.

Feb 7 • 00:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UniFACEF Medicine: a course with only 10 years of existence reaches national top

UniFACEF's Medicine program, established just 10 years ago, has achieved the highest scores in national evaluations, confirming its quality and educational excellence.

Feb 6 • 18:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The medical organization is evasive about how Arenberger and others were selected for the ministerial committee. His wife is to investigate it.

The Ministry of Health has several accreditation committees, whose members assess which healthcare facilities meet accreditation standards, decide where doctors can receive specialized training, and oversee postgraduate education quality, but there are concerns about the lack of transparency regarding the nominations of certain committee members.

Feb 6 • 17:12 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

NIL Report on the Quality of Medical Education. Do 'new' medical programs lag behind 'old' ones?

The Medical Chamber conducted its third survey on the quality of medical education, comparing traditional institutions with new programs recently established.

Feb 6 • 16:10 UTC

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