Reform in the Chinese college admissions policies
Chinese college admissions policies affect the educational experiences and labour market outcomes for millions of students each year.
Japan: Inter-university research to generate more knowledge
Prof Dr Preethi Kesavan, Head, School of Technology at LSBF Singapore, discusses how to promote academic and inter-university.
Language can be a barrier for girls in education in Sub-Saharan Africa
Girls in education are at a higher chance of success at school in Sub-Saharan Africa if they can already speak English – as taught language can affect academic accomplishment.
Addressing barriers to inclusive higher education in China
James Pitman, Managing Director UK and Europe, Study Group, addresses the barriers to inclusive higher education (HE) in China.
Female incarceration rates decrease with gender equality in education
Research finds that with greater gender equality in education there is a lower prison admission rate for females – but not males.
The failed promises of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on the right to...
Anantha Duraiappah, Director at UNESCO, MGIEP, details failed promises of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on the right to education.
We develop our language learning skills through speech patterns
Looking at speech patterns throughout history, the processing of language is based on how frequently we hear sounds - which causes gradual language change.
What key changes could improve higher education institutions?
Three key changes to expect in higher education institutions include engaging hands-on courses, technological advances and upskilling.
Closing the literacy gap via catch-up programmes in education
Andrea Welter, assistant head teacher from Pheasey Park Primary School, explains why successful catch-up programmes in education need to focus on closing the literacy gap.
Private school education does not lead to better mental health
A national survey finds that state school pupils are just as happy with their lives as counterparts who received private school education.
Study: Boosting childhood literacy skills through Naptime
According to new research, early literacy skills in children aged between four and five can be boosted by daytime naps
Education equals innovation when studying in Japan
Open Access Government discuss Japan’s focus on supporting young researchers to help achieve the country’s scientific research and development goals when studying in Japan.
Is tech the key to learning English as an additional language?
Joe Miller, general manager of the Americas and Europe, Pocketalk, looks at the language issues in education and the solutions that can help those learning English.
Training a new generation of problem solvers
How can education programmes develop the problem-solving skills of today’s schoolchildren and tomorrow’s STEM workforce?
NORCHILD: Unique early childhood education & care
Elin Eriksen Ødegaard, Director & Professor in Early Childhood Pedagogy from Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, lifts the lid on NORCHILD, a unique research school for early childhood education & care.
The role of universities as Corporate Parents in Scotland
Clarifying what kind of support is provided by universities in Scotland, as ‘Corporate Parents’, to children and young people who have experienced social care in the UK in comparison with Japan.
Learning with technology in public and higher education
Dean Emeritus Katy Campbell, University of Alberta, discusses the future of girls and women in STEM education.
People who take academic breaks less likely to continue studying
People who take academic breaks after high school are less likely to enrol in higher education – especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Closing the learning gaps in children’s literacy skills
Katy Pinchess, headteacher, talks about how Bentley CE Primary School is identifying and supporting children’s literacy skills to boost confidence as well as reading progress.
Helping pupils with special needs access phonics
A flexible approach is key to ensure the teaching of phonics can be personalised for children with special educational needs, says Katrina Cochrane, at Lexplore Analytics.
