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Concerns over CSEC/CAPE results: Education minister speaks to CXC

November 01, 2020

Trinidad and Tobago Education Minister Gadsby-Dolly has assured that her ministry will take all required steps to ensure that the issue is adequately addressed as concerns from students and parents continue to grow. At least four petitions have been created to demand a review of grades by CXC.

U.S. Secretary of Education Delivers on Promise to Protect Free Inquiry and Religious Liberty

October 31, 2020

The U.S. Department of Education has issued a final rule ("Final Rule") meant to clarify policies regarding freedom of speech, academic freedom, and Title IX exemptions.

Minister of Education gives update on reopening of schools

October 31, 2020

October 5, 2020 is the targeted date for the virtual opening of public and private schools throughout the archipelago. Minister of Education Lloyd announced that the Covid-19 pandemic forced the Department of Education to engage in more urgent planning and considerations. Schools were previously scheduled to open on September 21, 2020.

Scottish school pupils have results upgraded

October 30, 2020

Thousands of school pupils have their exam results upgraded after the Scottish government agreed to accept teacher estimates. This comes after an outcry from pupils about scores being downgraded.

Cuba eliminates university entrance test for some majors

October 30, 2020

The Ministry of Higher Education in Cuba (MES) exceptionally eliminated and only for this year the university entrance exams for the careers of Journalism and International Relations, taking into account the health situation in the country.

TESQA Course accreditation and re-accreditation policy

October 29, 2020

Updates on the course accreditation and re-accreditation policy from TESQA.

President Aliyev says reforms in education to deepen

October 29, 2020

President Aliyev and Education Minister Amrullayev made remarks on the plan to reform the education system for Azerbaijan.

Leaving Cert grades error: higher marks for 6,100 students following review

October 28, 2020

Minister for Education Foley announced that about 6,100 students will have their grades increased for the Leaving Certificate due to a number of errors that were found later on in the system.

Update on Leaving Certificate and calculated grades

October 28, 2020

Citizens Information Board released updated information in regards to their Leaving Certificates. The Leaving Certificates were postponed this year due to the Covid-19 public health emergency. Students can now register for upcoming exams.

Controversy Over Proposed Educational System Overhaul: A Coincidence or By Design?

October 27, 2020

Many are criticizing Armenia's education system overhaul, stating that it strip young Armenians of vital education that is necessary for the youth of a nation with such a rich culture, heritage and history.

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