Primary education news

Here are some recent news articles and updates related to primary education:

Global Education

  1. UNICEF: 258 million children lack access to quality education (March 2023) - According to a new report by UNICEF, 258 million children worldwide lack access to quality education, with the majority being girls and children from low-income households.
  2. Global education trends: What's changing and what's staying the same (February 2023) - A report by the World Bank highlights the key trends shaping the global education landscape, including the rise of online learning and the need for more inclusive and equitable education systems.

National Education

  1. US: Biden administration announces plan to improve teacher diversity (March 2023) - The Biden administration has unveiled a plan to increase diversity among teachers in the US, including providing scholarships and loan forgiveness programs to students from underrepresented groups.
  2. UK: Primary school teachers to receive pay rise (February 2023) - The UK government has announced a pay rise for primary school teachers, with a 3.5% increase in salaries to help address teacher shortages and improve recruitment and retention.

Curriculum and Teaching

  1. New math curriculum aims to improve student understanding (March 2023) - A new math curriculum has been introduced in some US schools, focusing on conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills rather than rote memorization.
  2. Teaching emotional intelligence in primary schools (February 2023) - A study by the University of Cambridge has found that teaching emotional intelligence in primary schools can have a positive impact on children's social and emotional development.

Technology in Education

  1. AI-powered learning tools to improve student outcomes (March 2023) - A new study has found that AI-powered learning tools can improve student outcomes, particularly for students with special needs or English language learners.
  2. Virtual reality in primary education: A review of the evidence (February 2023) - A review of the evidence on the use of virtual reality in primary education has found that it can improve student engagement and motivation, particularly in subjects like science and history.

Other News

  1. Schools to receive funding boost for mental health support (March 2023) - The UK government has announced a funding boost for schools to provide mental health support to students, including counseling services and mental health training for teachers.
  2. New research highlights importance of play in primary education (February 2023) - A study by the University of Oxford has found that play is essential for children's cognitive, social, and emotional development, and should be prioritized in primary education.

These are just a few examples of the many news articles and updates related to primary education. I hope you find them helpful!