The majority of policy-makers around the world currently believe that social distancing rules, as well as new vaccines and treatments, have managed to defeat one of the most serious healthcare crises in modern history. Although it is now probably approaching its end, the COVID-19 pandemic
After Russia’s full-scale military invasion into Ukraine in February 2022, armed conflict seems to have returned to Europe. Not only are hundreds of civilian casualties now reported, but tens of thousands of Ukrainians are also forced to seek refuge in neighboring countries. Many of the refugees
Almost two years have passed since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic that ultimately reshaped the world as we know it. Although vaccines and treatments are now available, and the healthcare crisis is manageable in most countries around the world, the pandemic has many sectors still struggling
The 2020-2021 school year was a difficult one for teachers and students alike. With concerns about health and well-being rising continuously and online schooling somewhat preventing both personal learning and peer interaction, students were left struggling to adapt. Online and hybrid learning were
As of January 2021, around 214 million kids worldwide were out of school due to the closures caused by COVID-19. For educational systems all around the world, this meant an acceleration of digital learning solutions that could support this new reality. The rise in the use of applications and hybrid
Traditionally, universities have always relied on a teacher-centric based view. However, with the growth of online schooling, forward-thinking institutions are beginning to shift their approach towards a student-centric model, aiming to enhance training, choice, and the learning experience overall.
Education is one of the pillars of a prosperous society. At the individual level, education is an element that supports a person’s social integration, shapes moral values, and facilitates personal growth. As English writer and philosopher, G.K. Chesterton, once said: “Education is simply the soul
Although many schools have become virtual due to coronavirus, open online courses that can benefit tens of thousands of learners simultaneously have been discussed in recent years, all over the world. Today, large-scale efforts to utilize technology in support of online learning are emerging and
The COVID-19 pandemic has considerably changed our daily lives, and businesses—and schools around the world are no exception to the rule. With the “new normal” in mind, the beginning of the new school year could prove to be a big step towards a brighter future. On the other hand, this doesn’t mean
Remote education has seen a dramatic increase in popularity over the past decade and along with it came a surge in educational standards, various improvements, and innovations that made life easier for everyone involved. Maybe even more so for individuals who are working full-time but are not
