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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

HENDRIK AGUR ⟩ Transition to Estonian-language education dismantles parallel worlds

The transition to Estonian-language education signifies not just an educational reform but a decision about the future identity of Estonia.

Mar 19 • 16:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Drone Command Controversy in Pyongyang: Restructuring Instead of Abolition

The South Korean Ministry of National Defense has decided to restructure the Drone Command instead of abolishing it, reallocating its operational duties to the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines while retaining the headquarters for policy and educational purposes.

Mar 19 • 10:10 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

AI arrived at school before educational policy

The article discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on education, highlighting that its integration into classrooms has occurred more due to grassroots adoption by students and teachers than through educational policy changes.

Mar 19 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Teaching Card, expanded audience for temporary teachers and more possible expenses. The news of 2026

The new resources of the Teaching Card will now include temporary teachers, providing them with a contribution of 383 euros for educational expenses starting from March 9.

Mar 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court condemns school in Cuiabá for irregular offer of EJA and EaD courses and 'sale' of diplomas

The Court of Mato Grosso has ruled against the Centro Educacional Cuiabá (CEDUC) for illegally offering educational courses and selling diplomas.

Mar 16 • 17:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Gyeonggi Education Office Abandoning Teachers Just Because the Superintendent Changed [Why?]

The article discusses the unfair treatment of temporary teacher-librarians in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, who were abruptly deemed unqualified after a change in educational policy.

Mar 16 • 10:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Q&A] Are the Educational Conditions Sufficient for Regional National Universities That Secured Half of the Increased Medical Students?

The South Korean government has increased medical school quotas in non-Seoul regions, with half allocated to regional national universities, aiming to enhance local healthcare networks.

Mar 15 • 13:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Phillipson accuses lawyers of exploiting parents of children with special needs

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has accused lawyers of exploiting parents of children with special needs amid criticism of policy changes aimed at reforming the special educational needs system in the UK.

Mar 13 • 16:22 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: No, South African Government Not Removing English From Public Schools

Rumors suggesting that the South African government plans to remove English as a language of instruction in public schools are unfounded and stem from misunderstandings regarding new educational policies.

Mar 13 • 08:46 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Argentina has good availability of educational data, but lacks absenteeism records and needs to consolidate evaluations

Argentina ranks third in Latin America for educational data availability but lacks comprehensive records on absenteeism and standardized annual assessments.

Mar 12 • 02:59 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Eve Mägi has become the new leader of the Praxis think tank

Eve Mägi has been appointed as the new leader of the Praxis think tank in Estonia, following her extensive experience in educational policy and various research projects since 2009.

Mar 10 • 17:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Teenager Detained for 3 Days in Police Station Cell Due to Lack of Space in Educational Unit in ES

A 16-year-old boy spent three days in a police station cell in Colatina, Espírito Santo, waiting for transfer to an educational facility due to lack of space.

Mar 10 • 07:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A new educational and LRT mission is proposed to promote a favorable view of the marital family within the laws

The Lithuanian government is proposing a legislative package aimed at promoting a favorable cultural environment for families and child-rearing as part of a new demographic policy initiative.

Mar 9 • 12:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Bangladesh Alarmed by Conflict in the Middle East, Schools and Colleges Closed to Save Electricity

Bangladesh has ordered the closure of all educational institutions to conserve electricity amid an emerging energy crisis linked to conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 9 • 06:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ayuso appears in the Assembly to explain the crisis of her government and the agreement with rectors

Isabel Díaz Ayuso addresses the Assembly of Madrid to clarify the educational policy crisis and discuss a new multi-year funding agreement with public universities.

Mar 5 • 08:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Does a teacher have the right to leave at their request? 'Rzeczpospolita' explains

The article discusses the rights of teachers in Poland regarding leave at their request, considering differences based on employment type and school public status.

Mar 2 • 10:43 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

New Directive of Asesec

The new directive of the Asesec seeks to enhance the educational policies and processes in Ecuador's higher education system.

Feb 28 • 14:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Campus Radicals Newsletter: Anti-ICE curriculum in geography class, trans kindergarten teacher sparks outrage

A newsletter highlights educational controversies in North American schools, including anti-ICE teachings and the firing of teachers over differing political views.

Feb 27 • 19:46 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Learning matters because the future matters

The article discusses the importance of incorporating future-oriented educational policies in Mexico's basic and secondary education system.

Feb 26 • 09:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Is Health Education Mandatory? Poles Gave Valuable Advice to the Ministry of Education. Survey for 'Wprost'

A new survey reveals that although health education is part of school curriculums in Poland, its mandatory status is being debated amidst contrasting views from educational and religious leaders.

Feb 26 • 04:13 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Chief Minister was cornered by the MLA wife, an interesting discussion took place in the assembly

In a notable session of the Meghalaya Assembly, MLA Mehtab Chandi A. Sangma engaged her husband, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, in a public policy debate regarding unresolved educational projects.

Feb 25 • 12:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

After Multi-Property Regulation, Treatment for the Educational Challenge

The article discusses the need for President Lee Jae-myung to address the educational crisis in South Korea following his firm stance on real estate policy reforms.

Feb 25 • 10:15 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

"Rumors about educational level": Interpretation of crime statistics of immigrants requires knowledge

An analysis highlights that the interpretation of crime statistics related to immigrants in Iceland requires informed understanding, amidst ongoing debates about immigration and public sentiment.

Feb 24 • 15:40 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sweden Returns to Reliance on Paper Books in Education Instead of Digital... What's the Story?

The Swedish government has announced a halt to excessive reliance on digital devices in classrooms, opting to return to traditional paper books as the primary educational tool.

Feb 24 • 08:38 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Ida-Viru Vocational Education Center abandons Russian language continuing education

Ida-Viru Vocational Education Center in Estonia has decided to discontinue Russian language adult education programs while transitioning to entirely Estonian language vocational instruction.

Feb 23 • 13:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

13 bombshell changes to schools from new SEND support and classroom shake-up

New plans have been announced in the UK to reform the special educational needs and disabilities system in schools, focusing on greater support and inclusivity for students.

Feb 23 • 11:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The educational abyss

The departure of Marx Arriaga from Mexico's Ministry of Education sparks a debate about the country's educational system and the qualifications of its leaders.

Feb 20 • 10:09 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
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The imprint of the guru of 'Los pocholos' on the celebration of Hispanic Heritage in schools

Antonio Castillo Algarra's influence on Madrid's educational policies is evident in schools' celebration of Hispanic Heritage.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

For Entrance Exams, It's About Feeding the System and Not About the Children

The article discusses concerns regarding the entrance examination system in education, suggesting it prioritizes institutional needs over children's educational welfare.

Feb 18 • 07:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

PHOTOS: This was the eviction of Marx Arriaga's office at the SEP

Marx Arriaga denied he was holed up in his office at the SEP while being evacuated from his office by the staff, despite remaining inside.

Feb 17 • 20:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Worrisome information on home education – The Minister of Education reacts to the situation

Finland's Minister of Education, Anders Adlercreutz, is considering stricter regulations for monitoring home education in light of concerning data regarding unregulated educational practices.

Feb 17 • 09:56 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

In the Social Democratic little school, we must first and foremost be safe together

The article discusses a shift in school and education policy in Denmark towards creating a safe environment over just achieving measurable educational goals.

Feb 17 • 00:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Education, a hostage to political fluctuations

The sudden dismissal of Marx Arriaga marks a pivotal moment in Mexico's educational politics and suggests a shift in the content provided to millions of children and adolescents.

Feb 16 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The educational distance between Spanish and foreign students skyrockets in four years

The educational gap between Spanish students and foreign students has sharply increased over the past four years, with foreign youth showing significantly higher dropout rates.

Feb 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

DN Debate. "One does not become a school party just by calling oneself that"

The Liberal Party in Sweden has failed to uphold its educational ideals despite years of influence over school policy, contributing to increased polarization and negative perceptions of schools.

Feb 15 • 19:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The unique... multiple book

A recent report reveals that there is an average of only 1.24 textbooks available per subject for Greek elementary, middle, and high school students, highlighting significant disparities in educational resources.

Feb 15 • 06:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fewer kids, more state: a combination that fails

Argentina's education system is facing a demographic shift with predictions of over a million fewer children in classrooms by 2030, prompting a reevaluation of educational approaches and preparedness for this change.

Feb 14 • 03:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

We will not abolish inclusion, we may postpone the reform of education, Plaga admits

Czech Minister of Education, Plaga, indicates that while the inclusion policy will remain, upcoming educational reforms may be delayed.

Feb 13 • 09:55 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Thousands of Pages of Education Research are Not Used

A new report highlights that despite extensive educational analyses in Estonia over the last decade, many findings are neglected and underutilized.

Feb 12 • 22:01 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
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

A Disturbing Problem in Polish Schools. Are Changes Coming? Firm Reaction from MEN

A recent data breach at a school in Otwock raised concerns over electronic school record security, prompting discussions of potential legal changes.

Feb 11 • 17:40 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Providers Sound the Alarm: Criticism of the Approval Stop for Integration Courses

The suspension of approvals for integration courses threatens smaller educational institutions and leaves thousands of migrants without vital access to language and integration programs in Germany.

Feb 11 • 17:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Science and inequality: invisible costs and the scissor effect drive women away from scientific careers

The article discusses how hidden costs and societal barriers hinder women's participation in scientific careers, especially highlighted on International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

Feb 11 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piauí stands out and conquers the Gold Seal of Literacy for the 2nd consecutive year

Piauí has won the Gold Seal of Literacy for the second consecutive year, highlighting its successful educational policies.

Feb 10 • 18:51 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Külli Taro: The Effects of Reforms in Education Only Become Apparent After Years

Külli Taro discusses the long-term impacts of educational reforms in Estonia, cautioning against implementing multiple large reforms simultaneously.

Feb 9 • 10:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"A Comprehensive Set of Retreat from Public Education"…Opposition to Administrative Integration Special Law Expands in the Education Sector

Growing backlash in the education community against the proposed special law for administrative integration in South Korea, perceived as detrimental to public education.

Feb 9 • 06:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The shortage of doctors in 2037 is expected to be in the 4,000 range... The scale of the increase seems likely to be reduced considering educational conditions

The South Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare has indicated a projected shortage of around 4,000 doctors by 2037, leading to potential reductions in the planned annual increase of medical school admissions due to educational conditions.

Feb 6 • 09:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Learning mathematics is still a privilege

Mathematics remains a significant educational bottleneck in Brazil, where many students experience anxiety and fear towards the subject due to structural issues in the education system, including inadequate teacher training and lack of policy continuity.

Feb 6 • 00:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Educational Policy: 'We are releasing students whom we know: This will not end well'

Barbara Mächtle, principal of a primary school in Ludwigshafen, discusses the media scrutiny her school is under for its rising student retention rates, revealing that significant numbers of students have to repeat their first year.

Feb 5 • 12:39 UTC

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