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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 45m

In #Zambia: Leadership policy gaps limit girls’ voices early on ✏️
“Early exclusion from leadership opportunities may deny girls the skills and opportunities needed to later progress through the leadership pipeline.” @BrookingsInst

Ubuntu Womanism: Strengthening leadership pathways for girls in Zambia | Brookings

2025 Echidna Global Scholar Racheal Kalaba outlines her plan to research leadership pathways for girls in Zambia.

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 17h

In #Latvia: Ministry proposes fewer centralized exams in schools
“To avoid increasing the overall number of state-mandated assessments in general secondary education, the ministry proposes reducing the number of advanced-level exams by one.” @bnnnewscom

Latvia’s ministry proposes reducing number of centralized exams in secondary schools - Baltic News Network

The Ministry of Education and Science (IZM) has proposed dropping one advanced-level centralized exam in secondary schools.

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 21h

#Thailand’s first certified Eco-School
“Astra Academy promotes environmental awareness and student-led program for young people to exchange sustainability ideas with international peers.” @KhaosodEnglish
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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 1d

In #Spain: Reducing teacher workload and bureaucracy buff.ly/9uweo8a “The instruction of legally binding teaching hour limits is expected to provide teachers with improved working conditions by reducing excessive classroom time and associated paperwork.” @Muricatoday

Sánchez to cap teaching hours for primary and secondary school teachers

Sánchez To Cap Teaching Hours For Primary And Secondary School Teachers Keep up with the Latest News In English from around Spain

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 1d

#NewPost: Racialized Expertise as Change Capital: The Lead the Change Interview with Román Liera buff.ly/d8U8GV7
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Racialized Expertise as Change Capital: The Lead the Change Interview with Román Liera

In this month’s Lead the Change (LtC) interview, Román Liera designs his research program to study racial equity and organizational change in higher education. Liera is an Assistant Professor of Hi…

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 1d

In #Indonesia: Over 5,000 students fell ill from President Prabowo’s $28B free meal program meant to fight malnutrition buff.ly/jpy2eaB
“Child safety must be placed above the government’s political goals.” @WillySukamoto

Indonesia faces calls to halt free meal program as over 5,000 schoolchildren fall ill

The government program, which began in January with the aim of fighting malnutrition, delivers on a campaign promise by President Prabowo Subianto.

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 1d

In #Singapore: ‘We must break this cycle’: Prime Minister on reducing emphasis on single exams, grades
"Singapore has to move from a narrow meritocracy based solely on grades to a broader and more inclusive one that values a diversity of talent" @YufengST
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‘We must break this cycle’: PM Wong on reducing emphasis on single exams, grades

S'pore must move beyond a meritocracy based on grades to a broader, more inclusive one, he said. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 3d

In #Singapore: ‘We must break this cycle’: Prime Minister on reducing emphasis on single exams, grades
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‘We must break this cycle’: PM Wong on reducing emphasis on single exams, grades

S'pore must move beyond a meritocracy based on grades to a broader, more inclusive one, he said. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 3d

#incaseyoumissedit: Unforgetting History, Change, and Equity: The Lead the Change Interview with Stephen MacGregor
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Unforgetting History, Change, and Equity: The Lead the Change Interview with Stephen MacGregor

In this month’s Lead the Change (LtC) interview, Stephen MacGregor draws from his experience researching knowledge mobilization as a mechanism for educational change, with an emphasison leadership …

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 4d

Falling pupil numbers see #London hit hardest
"The number of pupils in primary schools in London is continuing to fall sharply as a low birth rate coupled with families moving away from the capital." @adriana_elgueta
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London school closures due to families moving out, report finds

A falling birth rate and families moving away from London has caused a drop in pupils, a study finds.

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 4d

#EDgeTalks | Strengthening FLN in Sheohar: DEO Chandan Kumar’s Vision for NIPUN Bihar
"He reflects on his journey into the education sector and the steps being taken to strengthen foundational learning in the district."
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EGq... @CSF_India @AshishDhawanTCF

#EDgeTalks | Strengthening FLN in Sheohar: DEO Chandan Kumar’s Vision for NIPUN Bihar

In our latest episode of #NIPUNKiNeev series as part of #EDgeTalks, we bring conversations with changemakers and young administrators who are driving change across districts in India to strengthen…

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 5d

Catholic Schools in the #Congo Ban Pregnant Girls
“Pregnant students cannot be kept in Catholic Agreement Schools, given the guarantee of morality and discipline that must characterize our schools." @DaveEvansPhD @CGDev
www.cgdev.org/blog/catholi...

Catholic Schools in the Congo Ban Pregnant Girls

Almost everywhere, girls who get pregnant in school are allowed to finish their education. Only five countries still have explicit bans or restrictions: Afghanistan, Equatorial Guinea, Iran, Kuwait,…

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 5d

Learning what matters in Mexico
"Context and communication as essential levers of transformation in Nuevo León"
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@MoAdefeso @MariaElenaOrte9

Learning what matters in Mexico | Brookings

The Network for Education Systems Transformation explores the state of education systems transformation in Nuevo León, Mexico.

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 6d

‘Children thrive down here’: the secret play centre hidden under Ukraine’s most dangerous city
Kherson’s children have missed nearly four years of school, living in isolation or underground to hide from drones
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‘Children thrive down here’: the secret play centre hidden under Ukraine’s most dangerous city

Kherson’s children have missed nearly four years of school, living in isolation or underground to hide from drones

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 6d

Learning what matters in #Jordan
"Bridging the literacy crisis through a holistic approach to skills development"
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@MoAdefeso @RauschenbergerE @QRFoundation

Learning what matters in Jordan | Brookings

The Network for Education Systems Transformation explores the implementation of Jordan's new Arabic Language curriculum.

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 6d

In #Scotland: Primary pupils to learn spatial reasoning skills to improve maths
"Nearly half of primary 4 and 5 pupils will be taught a programme developed at Glasgow University that increased maths performance by nearly 20 per cent"
www.thetimes.com/uk/scotland/... @HelenPuttick

Primary pupils to learn spatial reasoning skills to improve maths

Nearly half of primary 4 and 5 pupils will be taught a programme developed at Glasgow University that increased maths performance by nearly 20 per cent

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 7d

In #Afghanistan: ‘Send your daughters or you get no aid’: the Taliban are making religious schools girls’ only option
"Food handouts and employment are increasingly tied to families’ agreement to strict Islamic education"
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‘Send your daughters or you get no aid’: the Taliban are making religious schools girls’ only option

Food handouts and employment are increasingly tied to Afghan families’ agreement to strict Islamic education

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 7d

In #Ireland: New primary school curriculum includes emphasis on language skills and Stem subjects
"Updated specifications include fresh guidance on arts, social and environmental and health learning"
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/educ...

New primary school curriculum includes emphasis on language skills and Stem subjects

Updated specifications include fresh guidance on arts, social and environmental and health learning

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 7d

In #VietNam to integrate Global Citizenship Education in schools
"Educators and policymakers gathered to contribute to Viet Nam’s draft National Action Plan on Global Citizenship Education, focusing on whole-school implementation."
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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 7d

#NewPost: Unforgetting History, Change, and Equity: The Lead the Change Interview with Stephen MacGregor
internationalednews.com/2025/10/01/u... @Steve_KMbRI @EdChangeSIG @ICSEIglobal @JPCCJournal @AERA_EdResearch

Unforgetting History, Change, and Equity: The Lead the Change Interview with Stephen MacGregor

In this month’s Lead the Change (LtC) interview, Stephen MacGregor draws from his experience researching knowledge mobilization as a mechanism for educational change, with an emphasison leadership …

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 8d

In #Maldives $97/month stipends given for students training to teach Dhivehi & Islam at the primary level
“The initiative follows a pledge to launch a nationwide teacher training programme to produce more local teachers for schools” @psmnewsmv
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Gov’t Offers Stipend for Dhivehi and Islam Primary Teacher Training

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 8d

In #HongKong private schools to come under more scrutiny
"Chief Executive John Lee also vows to crack down on the unauthorised provision of DSE courses."
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Policy address 2025: Hong Kong private schools to come under more scrutiny

Chief Executive John Lee also vows to crack down on the unauthorised provision of DSE courses.

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 8d

How much screen time should children have? Hong Kong’s John Lee to seek expert advice
"Government source rules out bans but backs tougher restrictions on device use in schools and homes under new initiative within policy address"
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How much screen time should kids have? Hong Kong leader to seek expert advice

Government source rules out bans but backs tougher restrictions on device use in schools and homes under new initiative within policy address.

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 9d

In #Turkey The Red Crescent launched a new school first aid guide
“Aytekin emphasized that safe behavior is critical for children under 12.” @DailySabah
www.dailysabah.com/turkiye/educ...

Kızılay prepares students with 1st aid guide for new academic year

The Turkish Red Crescent (Kızılay) has launched a new first aid guide for the 2025-2026 school year aimed at helping students, teachers and staff...

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International Education News (IEN) @intlednews.bsky.social · 9d

In #Cambodia Girls are gaining confidence, challenging gender norms, and shaping their futures through life skills education
“The programme directly addresses, and works to counter, cultural double standard” @UNICEFCambodia
www.unicef.org/cambodia/sto...

Speaking Up: How Cambodian Girls Are Shaping Their Futures Through Life Skills Education

Life skills education is helping girls in rural Cambodia speak up, dream big, and transforming classrooms into spaces of empowerment and inclusion.

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