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Implementing the WEFE Nexus: The crucial role of education

Professor Iqbal Mujtaba FREng from the University of Bradford, highlights the crucial role of education in implementing the WEFE Nexus.

Why children find it hard to focus

In a recent study published in Psychological Science, researchers from The Ohio State University explained why children often struggle to focus on tasks and tend to gather more information than necessary.

New centralised agreement changes adult education and training procurement in the UK

An initiative aimed at facilitating adult education and training services across the UK has officially launched, promising significant efficiencies and broader access to crucial skills development programs.

How can we navigate the 30-hour funding policy in education

In the world of early years education, a significant challenge stands ahead of us in terms of the 30-hour funding policy and its wide-ranging impact on the sector.

Is your child ready for school? Montessori-based tips on school readiness

Is your child ready for school? This article explores the gap between parent and teacher perceptions of school readiness, offering Montessori-based tips to prepare your child for a smooth transition.

Potential misdiagnosis of ADHD and ASD in younger school children

A recent study led by experts at the University of Nottingham suggests that signs of age-related immaturity in children may be mistakenly attributed to conditions such as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Policy priorities for education in Saskatchewan, Canada

Clint Repski, Deputy Minister of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education, outlines the policy priorities for education in Saskatchewan, with a particular focus on literacy and funding.

Putting the ‘personal’ in personal tutoring

Student success means ensuring every student is given the opportunity to become the best student – and individual – they can be. Here, Dr David Grey Dr Rachel Maxwell discuss why a personal tutoring system without students at its heart is not fit for purpose.

Neuroscientists confirm number sense in rats, promoting human brain research

Can Rats count? Neuroscientists have revealed the existence of number sense in rats.

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024: Destigmatising neurodivergence in the UK

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024 runs from 18-24 March 2024; this week is organised to raise awareness of neurodiversity.

Understanding our memory: Practical implications to personalise learning experiences

A study from Temple University and the University of Pittsburgh deepens our understanding of memory processes and gives us insights into improving learning strategies in various fields.

Science speaks out! INTERACT bridge the gap between researchers and the public

Science is useless by itself if it doesn’t speak out. INTERACT is doing excellent science, but if it stays within the science community, its science is only of academic interest; communication across sectors is imperative.

Improving literacy and math in the US

Open Access Government examines how literacy and math in the US can be improved under the Biden-Harris Administration.

Assessing the UK’s education and skills: What’s Behind the NEET Numbers?

The latest NEET statistics from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) report paints a disconcerting picture of UK Education and Skills in 2023 for young people. For those aged 16 to 24, over 1 in 10 are NEET (not engaged in education, employment, or training).

Working skill sets: Is an urgent overhaul of education needed?

In December, the House of Lords called for an urgent overhaul of education, especially at the secondary level, arguing the current focus is now almost entirely academically focused, at the expense of a broader range of knowledge, skills and behaviours.

The pivotal role of literacy in primary school education

Amelia Clayton and Rachelle Carter, Directors at Madeleine Lindley Ltd, discuss the pivotal role of literacy in primary school education.

Building technical skills across universities starts with understanding what is possible

Advance HE's recent report emphasises the essential role of technical skills in Higher Education's professional development, driven by technology's transformative potential.

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