Money to spend Mr. Michael Crawford, Lead Education Specialist at the World Bank, tells how he views the financial autonomy scheme for Vietnam’s public universities. What are your thoughts on financial autonomy in education around the world in general and in Vietnam in particular? In order to reach high and appropriate levels of performance,Continue reading “News and research 13”
News and research 12 – October 3, 2016
The impact of education programmes on learning and school participation We synthesised evidence from 216 programmes reaching 16 million children across 52 L&MICs. The results demonstrate there are no ‘magic bullets’ to ensure high-quality education for all, but there are lessons to be learned for improving future education programmes… There is fairly strong andContinue reading “News and research 12 – October 3, 2016”
News and research 11 – September 26, 2016
The Learning Generation The International Commission on Financing Global Education Opportunity report was presented to the United Nations on September 18, 2016… Google to help George and Amal Clooney educate Syrian refugee children in Lebanon George and Amal Clooney are launching an ambitious initiative to educate Syrian refugee children in Lebanon – and they are gettingContinue reading “News and research 11 – September 26, 2016”
Six ways to turn education spending into investments with high returns
Six ways to turn education spending into investments with high returns Last month, I joined a group of former education ministers and experts for a consultation on the key challenges facing ministries of education and how to formulate an appropriate curriculum. I told my fellow participants that the returns to education are high and thatContinue reading “Six ways to turn education spending into investments with high returns”
Roundup of blogs and research – September 15, 2016
Indonesia Keen to Improve Access to Quality Education The Jakarta Globe Improving access to quality education is one of the primary challenges the Indonesian government is keen to address, delegates were told during the opening of GESS Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s biggest education show and conference, on Wednesday (14/09). He cited the assistance of theContinue reading “Roundup of blogs and research – September 15, 2016”
Roundup of blogs and research – September 12, 2016
Are Universities Worth It? Last week the British university system offered a record number of places. That sounds like good news — but do we really need more people to go to university? For that matter, does the world need more universities?… China Focus: Xi Thanks Nation’s Teachers, Stresses Role of Education To mark China’sContinue reading “Roundup of blogs and research – September 12, 2016”
The Importance of Literacy
Officially proclaimed 50 years ago by UNESCO to promote literacy as an instrument of empowerment, today is International Literacy Day. It is also the first year of implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Sustainable Development Goal 4 aims to ensure that by 2030 everyone at the very least achieves literacy. Indeed, literacy isContinue reading “The Importance of Literacy”
Roundup of blogs and research – September 5, 2016
Is China setting up its first immigration office? President Xi Jinping is seeking overseas talent to help drive the transition of China’s economy from manufacturing and investment to consumer spending and innovation, according to unnamed sources…more Shanghai Elementary Schools Overhaul Testing, Begin Using Letter Grades After a successful pilot program, elementary schools in Shanghai willContinue reading “Roundup of blogs and research – September 5, 2016”
Roundup of blogs and research – August 29, 2016
Accounting for Mismatch in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Measurement, Magnitudes, and Explanations To stimulate economic advancement, low- and middle-income countries need well-educated and trained workforces to fill the types of skilled jobs that drive economic growth. Improving educational quality and attainment and providing better training are all rightly put forth as policy recommendations to leverageContinue reading “Roundup of blogs and research – August 29, 2016”
World Economic Forum: This investment has an average 10% return
This investment has an average 10% return “Investing in schooling has long term economic benefits, explains Harry Patrinos: One of the biggest economic benefits of schooling are labor market earnings. For many people, education and experience are their only assets. This is why I believe that it’s very important to know the economic benefits ofContinue reading “World Economic Forum: This investment has an average 10% return”
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