Stories about Education from August, 2024
Why is most scholastic research never read by those it most benefits — and can we change it?
"A broad corpus of research in [scholarly] journals were often only accessible to the very scholars that were already part of the echo chambers within which I was conversing."
World Steelpan Day acknowledges Trinidad & Tobago's national instrument, while a new film on panyards shows its power and potential
After Trinidad and Tobago passed a Bill to make the steelpan the country's national instrument, the film “Panyard Universe” looks at where panyard spaces have the power to take us.
Barbados’ decision to give outstanding centenarians its stamp of approval is just one way the country honours its elders
Barbados has long-standing traditions of celebrating the elderly and making them feel special and included, yet elderly abuse is a pressing concern.
Hong Kong secondary students may soon be schooled in ‘Xi Jinping Thought’
Among topics for patriotic education in Hong Kong were: Xi Jinping Thought, socialism with Chinese characteristics, and national security and national defence.
Resistance art as a weapon in Bangladesh's ongoing student movement
One remarkable aspect of the ongoing student protests in Bangladesh is the use of cartoons and comics shared on social media, as well as graffiti and posters on the streets.
The Caribbean marks Emancipation Day
"Today, we remember and honour our ancestors’ courage and determination to break free and build towards a better future where there is fairness, equality and opportunity present for all."
