National language institute to deploy AI for more objective Korean tests
The institute’s plans also include a reorganization of the Korean language dictionary to reflect major changes in the language.
EDUCATION
S’pore students excel in IB exams, with 133 out of 238 perfect scorers globally
Their average score was 40.6 out of 45, higher than the global average of 32.37, as well as the Asia-Pacific average of 37.02.
Push to modernize Indonesia’s education continues to falter
As schools were forced to close due to Covid-19, the government has been struggling to address longstanding obstacles to online learning.
Students get more sleep as workload reduced: Survey
China's education ministry had previously advised that primary school students should go to bed before 9:20 pm.
Over 80% of China’s tutoring firms quit business
Advertising by tutoring companies has been basically stamped out and capital investment in such companies has also been withdrawn.
Why global tech turns to Indian talent
Executives and experts say the phenomenon is due to multiple push-pull factors and skillsets including relentless hard work.
The future of higher education in Bangladesh
The investment in and adaptation to newer technology has become one of the biggest hurdles in shifting to remote learning.
Australia allows foreign students to return to study
On Dec 6, international students will finally return to Sydney on a charter flight as part of a trial scheme to revive Australia's education sector
Psychological well-being of over 100,000 upper primary pupils at risk: Education Ministry
Among several measures that will be taken to help at-risk students are counselling and instruction in relaxation and mindfulness techniques to help them cope.
China to include sex education in primary school text books
Officials said primary school students will learn about concepts including puberty and sex