For a nation that, as a whole, does not believe in the efficiency of standardized testing, Finland has a history of excellent PISA (Program for International Student Assessment) scores. This assessment was first performed in 2000 and measures the knowledge of reading, mathematics, and science of
June 20, 2024One of the biggest trends to remain after the COVID-19 pandemic is an interest in hybrid schooling. Not entirely satisfied with homeschooling or convinced that traditional schools are safe and practical, parents and students are exploring the idea of hybrid schools. A 2024 poll revealed that
May 22, 2024With how quickly the world is changing and moving into a direction where tech and AI reign supreme, education is one of the areas that will need to adapt the most. It’s not enough anymore to teach kids standard subjects like geography and math. There’s a real need out there now for the system to tak
April 30, 2024Mental health issues among students have been climbing, and it’s about time we all took a closer look at what’s happening. It matters because your mental health is just as important as your physical well-being, and for students in particular, being in a healthy state of mind is key to excelling in a
March 22, 2024Remote desktop sharing, sticky notes, Chegg (an instant study help website), and even flying drones have all become part of student cheating hacks. A study by Thomas Lancaster from Imperial College London found a 196% increase in cheating using Chegg from April to August 2020, just as schools
February 27, 2024You may think that game-based learning involves kids sitting in a classroom playing video games the whole day. But, in fact, nothing could be further from the truth. This concept, which has gained quite some momentum over time, is an interactive experience that encourages children to think outside
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