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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Edilson de Góis Popular Course opens 600 free spots; find out how to participate

The Edilson de Góis Popular Course in Caruaru, Brazil, has opened 600 free registration slots for students preparing for college entrance exams.

Mar 4 • 13:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Competition in university entrance exams reinforces the importance of pre-university courses

Competition in Brazil's university entrance exams highlights the growing need for effective pre-university preparation.

Mar 3 • 13:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young man from Pará with rare disease passes entrance exams at three public universities after taking the Enem in the hospital

A young man from Pará has been accepted into three medical programs despite facing a severe rare disease that required him to take the national exam while hospitalized.

Mar 3 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Before Politicians Solve the Demographic Development, Readers Write About Entrance Exams

Readers discuss the need for addressing demographic changes in the context of entrance exams before politicians take action.

Mar 2 • 11:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UFMS offers preparatory course for Enem, entrance exams and PASSE

The Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS) is offering a preparatory course with applications open until March 16, 2026, including free spots for economically vulnerable students.

Feb 28 • 13:33 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

"I am worried that he will intentionally fail the tests." Four families describe what they experience before the entrance exams for high schools and eight-year gymnasiums

Four families share their experiences and pressures in preparing their children for high school entrance exams in Slovakia.

Feb 28 • 12:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UEMS has open registrations for a free preparatory course for the Enem and entrance exams

The State University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UEMS) has opened registrations for a free preparatory course for Brazil's National High School Exam (Enem) and entrance examinations, aimed at high school students.

Feb 28 • 12:31 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Reorganization of High Schools and Entrance Exams: What Will Happen with Declining Birth Rates and Tuition Waivers?

The article discusses the impact of declining birth rates and the expansion of tuition waivers on high school reorganizations and entrance exam processes in Japan.

Feb 27 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unesp 2026: sixth list of approved candidates in the entrance exam is released

The State University of São Paulo (Unesp) has released the sixth list of approved candidates for its entrance exams, allowing students to check their results and proceed with virtual registration.

Feb 25 • 18:56 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
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

JEE Main 2026: 2 scores 100 percentile... Abundance of those above 99! See the toppers list

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the results for the Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) 2026 session 1 paper 2, with two students from Kerala achieving a perfect score.

Feb 25 • 08:45 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Slovak Language Instructor: Half of the Success in Entrance Exams is Not About Knowledge, but About Reading and Understanding the Task

Vanesa Mehesová, a Slovak language instructor, emphasizes that success in entrance exams depends more on reading comprehension than on knowledge.

Feb 25 • 08:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Detailed Data on Entrance Exams: Tens of Thousands of Children Apply to Gymnasiums, but There Are Fewer Places Than Last Year

In Czechia, the number of applicants for secondary schools and multi-year gymnasiums is nearly 156,000, with a significant shortfall in available spots compared to the previous year.

Feb 24 • 16:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unesp 2026: the list of the fifth call of approved candidates in the entrance exam is released

The State University of São Paulo (Unesp) has released the fifth call for candidates approved in its entrance exams, which includes details about enrollment periods for successful applicants.

Feb 23 • 13:04 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Short study goals help maintain motivation in the preparation for the university entrance exam

The article discusses effective strategies for students preparing for university entrance exams in Brazil, emphasizing the importance of establishing clear, short-term goals and proper planning.

Feb 22 • 14:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

QUIZ: Would you get into high school? Test your skills against ninth graders!

A quiz that allows users to test their knowledge based on real entrance exam questions for Czech high schools.

Feb 21 • 06:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The reform of entrance exams was supposed to shorten preparation time, but according to entrance exam trainers, the need for preparatory courses has increased

Despite reforms intended to reduce preparation time for university entrance exams in Finland, the demand for preparatory courses has actually increased, according to training companies.

Feb 20 • 10:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Almeida dismisses the director general of the Municipal Police following a new scandal in the entrance exams

The Mayor of Madrid has dismissed Pablo Enrique Rodríguez as the director of the Municipal Police amid a new scandal concerning the police entrance exams.

Feb 19 • 10:28 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

99.99 Percentile for Twin Brothers in JEE Mains

Twin brothers Mehrf Ahmed Khan and Masroor Ahmed Khan have achieved a remarkable 99.99 percentile in the JEE entrance exams while studying in Kota, India.

Feb 19 • 07:10 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
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Police College Invites to Preparatory Courses

The State Police College in Latvia is offering free preparatory courses to help aspiring students prepare for entrance exams.

Feb 16 • 04:49 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The relationship between Latin America and the US is a topic for entrance exams; do you get these questions right?

The article discusses the significance of Latin American identity in the context of US-Latin American relations, highlighted by Bad Bunny's performance during the Super Bowl.

Feb 13 • 12:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

How to prepare for entrance exams even without expensive courses. We present practical tips and a new novelty

The article discusses the challenges of preparing for entrance exams in Czechia, especially for disadvantaged students who cannot afford costly prep courses.

Feb 12 • 16:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unesp 2026: third call list of approved candidates for the entrance exam is released

Unesp has announced the third list of candidates approved in its entrance exams for 2026, with online registration set for February 12 and 13.

Feb 12 • 13:10 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Unexpected Mathematics in College Entrance Essays? A Journey Beyond Humanities and Sciences

A high school student reflects on the unexpected intersection of mathematics and essay writing in Japan’s college entrance exams, challenging traditional categorizations of academic disciplines.

Feb 11 • 21:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Is it enough to study only at home? And what are the biggest fears? Fifth graders describe their preparation for entrance exams

Fifth graders in Czechia share their experiences and approaches to preparing for entrance exams, highlighting the balance of studying at home and the fears associated with it.

Feb 11 • 20:23 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Last Minute Preparation for CERMAT Entrance Exams: Free Courses and School Preparations

The article discusses the last-minute preparations for the CERMAT entrance exams in Czechia, highlighting free courses and school resources available to students.

Feb 11 • 08:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Digital Applications Expanding in High School Entrance Exams: Is the Realization of Dual Applications Possible? Survey of 47 Prefectures

Digital applications for high school entrance exams are expanding in Japan, and a survey reveals a possible increase in dual application systems among prefectures.

Feb 11 • 03:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Stress, no clubs, and fear of April. Four ninth-graders describe their preparation for entrance exams

Four ninth-graders in Czechia share their anxieties and considerations as they prepare for secondary school entrance exams amid pressures of academic choices and personal interests.

Feb 10 • 15:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The choice between in-person and online preparatory courses depends on the student's profile and moment

The decision to choose between in-person and online preparatory courses for university entrance exams is influenced by the student's individual circumstances and needs at different stages of their preparation.

Feb 10 • 13:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Entrance exams measure who does not get lost at school, not in the world

The article discusses how entrance exams assess students' capabilities within the school system rather than preparing them for real-world challenges.

Feb 9 • 13:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

If you complete this military service, you will gain direct entry to higher education

Finnish defense forces are offering a new pathway to higher education for those completing cyber military service, allowing them access to polytechnic schools without entrance exams.

Feb 9 • 08:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

How many points do you need to get into your dream school? We bring detailed maps for entrance exams

The article presents interactive maps showing the number of points required for admission to various high schools in the Czech Republic based on previous years' data, as students prepare to submit applications and take entrance exams.

Feb 9 • 05:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

"Turn Stress from Mistakes into Something Positive. Make a Mistake Notebook." A Czech Teacher Advises on Preparation for Entrance Exams

A Czech teacher offers advice on how to transform stress from errors into positive outcomes while preparing for entrance exams, including tips on time management and using AI for analysis.

Feb 6 • 18:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

High school is excessively focused on entrance exams, says USP professor

In this interview, economist Daniel Santos discusses the major challenges of basic education in Brazil, highlighting inequalities that arise before formal schooling and the effects on students' mental health.

Feb 6 • 15:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: No Ban On Undergraduate Registration for University Entrance Exams, Says Nigeria's Matriculation Body

Nigeria's Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board clarifies that undergraduates are allowed to register for university entrance exams without affecting their current admissions.

Feb 6 • 14:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Between dreams, skills and pressure: how to choose the right profession

As a new school year begins, high school students, especially those preparing for university entrance exams, grapple with the anxiety of choosing the right profession under familial and societal pressures.

Feb 3 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Why the vacation period is ideal for rethinking the future?

The vacation period after entrance exams serves as a relief for students, allowing them time to rest and reflect on their future professional paths.

Feb 3 • 17:24 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"I don't know. I won't anticipate. I don't want to answer anymore." The head of Cermat describes entrance exams and maturity

The head of Cermat discusses the challenges and criticisms surrounding the entrance and maturity exams, particularly focusing on the difficulty of the mathematics tests.

Feb 2 • 19:14 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Honored Doctor Payer: I Know Several Colleagues with Opinions Similar to Kotlár's

In an interview, Dr. Juraj Payer discusses his state honor, the admission of medical students without entrance exams, and the contributions of Czech medical faculties.

Jan 16 • 07:24 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

Practice Stress Management Techniques Against Procrastination

An expert advises on mental preparation strategies for entrance exams, addressing procrastination, planning study hours, parental involvement, stress management, and the role of artificial intelligence as a motivator.

Dec 24 • 12:33 UTC

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