Education

Standardised tests and Global Citizenship: a flawed relationship?

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US$150 Million to Enhance Social Programs and Support Small Enterprises in Morocco

The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved 10 a US$150 million financing on March in support of the Moroccan government’s goal of modernizing its national identification system and provide financing to promote innovative startups and job...

Unions are a ‘woman’s place’ for economic justice and empowerment

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UK: increasing professional pressure greatly affects teacher wellbeing and mental health

Nearly half of teachers who responded to a poll led in Scotland on teacher wellbeing said their mental health was poor, fueling fears that growing numbers are struggling to cope with the profession’s changing demands.

Post-hurricane support has helped traumatised Haitian teachers move forward

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Argentina: threats to union leader overshadow new school year

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Over Two Million Children in Kazakhstan to Benefit from Better Education with World Bank Support

The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved on March 1 US$67 million in financing to improve quality and equity in the primary and secondary education system in Kazakhstan. It is expected that over 2.6 million schoolchildren will benefit...

Turkey: dismissed teachers receive international support

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