Guardian education news
Here are some recent news articles from The Guardian's Education section:
UK Education
- A-levels: students face uncertainty as exam results are delayed (August 2022) - The UK's A-level exam results have been delayed due to a technical issue, leaving students and universities in limbo.
- Government to scrap GCSEs and A-levels for 14-16-year-olds (July 2022) - The UK government has announced plans to scrap GCSEs and A-levels for 14-16-year-olds, replacing them with a new "T-level" qualification.
- Teachers' union calls for strike action over pay and conditions (June 2022) - The National Education Union (NEU) has called for strike action over pay and conditions, citing a lack of investment in education and a growing teacher shortage.
International Education
- US universities face backlash over foreign student fees (August 2022) - Some US universities are facing criticism for charging foreign students higher fees than domestic students, despite the fact that international students often pay full tuition.
- Australia's universities face funding crisis (July 2022) - Australia's universities are facing a funding crisis, with many institutions struggling to make ends meet due to a decline in government funding and a rise in international student fees.
- China's education system under scrutiny over academic pressures (June 2022) - China's education system has come under scrutiny over the high levels of academic pressure faced by students, with some calling for reforms to prioritize student well-being.
Higher Education
- University admissions: how to get into your top choice course (August 2022) - The Guardian provides tips and advice for students applying to university, including how to improve your chances of getting into your top choice course.
- The rise of online learning: what does it mean for universities? (July 2022) - The Guardian explores the impact of online learning on universities, including the potential benefits and challenges.
- Student mental health: universities must do more to support students (June 2022) - The Guardian argues that universities must do more to support student mental health, citing a growing crisis of student wellbeing.
Schools and Primary Education
- Primary school funding: how the government's plans will affect schools (August 2022) - The Guardian explains how the UK government's plans to increase funding for primary schools will affect schools and pupils.
- The impact of poverty on education: a growing crisis (July 2022) - The Guardian highlights the growing crisis of poverty and its impact on education, including the effects on student attainment and wellbeing.
- The benefits of outdoor learning: why schools should get outside (June 2022) - The Guardian argues that outdoor learning can have numerous benefits for students, including improved mental health and wellbeing.
These are just a few examples of the many news articles and features published by The Guardian's Education section.