Letter to the Editor. One does not need to be able to read to get the highest grades
A student expresses concern over a policy allowing audio assistance in national Swedish tests, arguing it undermines the importance of reading skills.
Abolish the 4th grade due to lack of space and gender imbalance
A school in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, has decided to eliminate its 4th-grade class due to space constraints and a significant gender imbalance.
Five years ago, the absenteeism was sky-high. This is how the school got the students back.
Norwegian schools have made efforts to reduce student absenteeism, which significantly increased over the past five years.
Reducing ratios is not only useless, it is the wrong path
The article critiques the government's proposal to reduce teacher-student ratios as ineffective and misleading, stating it diverts attention from more substantial reforms needed in education.
'I, student, declare that I used AI': see what universities allow and prohibit in works and research
Brazilian universities are adapting rules regarding the use of AI tools by students, acknowledging they cannot entirely prohibit their use.
Jämsän Seutu: Middle School Bans Students from Bringing Their Own Snacks - "Disciplinary Action"
A Finnish middle school in Jämsä has forbidden students from consuming their own snacks at any time except during a specified break, citing discipline and cleanliness concerns.
Sungkyunkwan University Debate Club 'Unanimous' Student Won Jong-hyun Wins KBS Policy Debate Survival 'The Logic' and Receives Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism Award
Won Jong-hyun of Sungkyunkwan University won KBS's debate competition 'The Logic' and received the award from the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism.
Stricter Requirements for Accepting Foreigners at Latvian Universities
Latvian universities have seen a significant increase in foreign student enrollment, raising concerns about their true intentions, prompting calls for stricter admission requirements.
Efterskole closes mid-year
Ærø Efterskole will close its doors for the last time this Sunday due to financial concerns and declining student enrollment.
Vantaa bans students from wearing burqas
The city of Vantaa has implemented a policy forbidding students from wearing burqas and similar face-covering garments in schools, citing safety and identification reasons.
Montreal teacher challenges policy for trans students to hide identity from parents
A Montreal teacher has filed a constitutional challenge against a provincial policy that allows students 14 and older to change their name and pronouns at school without parental consent, claiming her rights were violated when instructed to conceal a student's gender identity from their parents.
The prohibition of cell phones in the classroom and recess is gaining more followers in Mendoza
More schools in Mendoza, Argentina, are adopting a ban on cell phones in classrooms and recess to improve student focus and classroom dynamics.
The government's lenient approach to failing students expands academic gaps in secondary school: 27% of ESO students advance with pending subjects
A recent report reveals that 27% of ESO students in Spain pass to the next grade with pending subjects, exacerbating academic deficiencies due to government policies allowing promotion despite failures.
Education in Bavaria: Classes could get bigger and elective subjects may be eliminated
Bavaria's education ministry plans to modify classroom sizes and potentially eliminate elective subjects due to rising student numbers and staffing constraints.
Ministry of Education to Recommend Abolishing Formal School Uniforms Amid Controversy Over Prices
The South Korean Ministry of Education plans to recommend the abolition of formal school uniforms in favor of more comfortable attire, responding to ongoing debates about uniform pricing.
Education, a window of opportunity
The article discusses the challenges and opportunities in Argentina's education system due to declining student enrollment numbers.
Student threatened murder. The school did not warn us, say employees
Employees claim the school failed to warn them about a student's murder threat.
Britons living in Europe face repayment hikes amid Reeves student loans row
UK graduates residing in Europe are set to experience significant increases in their student loan repayments starting in April, stirring controversy amid ongoing debates surrounding student debt reform.
Everything must start with calm in the classroom and respect for the teacher
The article discusses the importance of greeting routines in classrooms to foster respect and authority between students and teachers.
Schillerová promised the return of parental benefits, student discounts, and stated when EET will return
The Czech finance minister Alena Schillerová announced plans to reinstate parental benefits and tax relief for working students, alongside the new EET system starting next year.
Do they really think we don't greet our students?
The article expresses concern over a proposed policy requiring formal greetings in classrooms, suggesting that such mandates overlook the natural interactions that already take place between teachers and students.
Changing the Loan Fund's Rules: - When we find that type of mistake, we just have to clean up
The Loan Fund in Norway plans to change its rules regarding student financial aid for those receiving compensation after injury or illness.
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.
Professor has investigated the optimal number of students in school classes - and it is not 14, as Social Democrats suggest
A professor challenges the Social Democrats' proposal of a 14-student limit in classrooms, suggesting it may not be optimal based on research findings.
High School Students Are Increasingly Indebted - The Union Is Calling for Action from the Government
According to the Finnish Student Union, government changes to support welfare are increasing the indebtedness of high school students.
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.
The Only Solution? More Schools Are Banning Phones So Students Can Concentrate
An increasing number of schools in the U.S. are banning mobile phones to improve student concentration, with new laws supporting these restrictions across many states.
Aune Valk: the discussion on the future of higher education also needs a vertical perspective
Aune Valk emphasizes the importance of a multifaceted discussion on the future of higher education in Estonia, particularly with the approaching influx of students in the coming years.
Oslo schools tighten rules significantly: - Will become among the strictest in the country
Oslo schools are implementing stricter rules by blocking access to social media and video games for students across multiple grade levels.
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.
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.
The Year Off That 800,000 Norwegians Have Granted Themselves
The debate around funding for folk high schools in Norway has intensified as 800,000 youths have attended these institutions over the past 160 years, leading to significant media attention and a petition urging the government to reverse proposed cuts to student grants.
Trump administration revokes more than 100,000 visas in first year back
In 2025, the Trump administration set a record by revoking over 100,000 visas, significantly more than the previous year under Biden, primarily impacting business, tourist, and student visa holders.
Prohibition of Mobile Phones in Elementary Schools
The Ministry of Education has proposed changes to regulations prohibiting the use of mobile phones in all areas of elementary schools to enhance student behavior, safety, and order.
308,605 students were deleted from Greek universities
A total of 308,605 students have been removed from Greek universities due to a recent policy change.
308,605 inactive students have been removed
The first phase of the student registry clearance process in Greek Higher Education Institutions has concluded with the deletion of inactive students who were admitted to four-year study programs before 2017.
Starting Tomorrow: The Deletion of Eternal Students - What Will Happen in 2026
The article discusses the commencement of the deletion process for students who have been enrolled for an extended period, aiming to streamline student registries without punitive measures, as explained by Education Deputy Minister Nikos Papaioannou.
It got heated after the MEN decisions, Nowacka reacts. "Nobody can undo this anymore"
Education Minister Barbara Nowacka criticizes the non-mandatory status of health education in Polish schools, which only 30% of eligible students are attending.