Education

Close to 69 million new teachers needed to reach 2030 education goals

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World Teachers’ Day: celebrating the 1966 Recommendation on the Status of Teachers

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Nearly 69 million new teachers needed to achieve global education goals, UNESCO reports

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Winston Mills-Compton teaches a class in mathematics at the Mfantsipim Boys School in...

Australia: union rejects government funding plan for education

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Germany: teachers’ union calls for inclusive school policies and systems

The German education union GEW has placed special focus on the relationship between integration and democracy after hosting its national congress under the slogan “One for all – an inclusive school for democracy.”

'Mack & Moxy' Episode Developed with Save the Children to Stream on Netflix Starting Oct. 1

Starting Oct. 1, families will be able to stream on Netflix the new children’s program "Mack & Moxy," including an episode on the importance of reading and early literacy created in partnership with Save the Children, which has a special guest...

Greece: Union pushes for access to education for all refugee children

The Greek Federation of Secondary State School Teachers (OLME) President and General Secretary are urging the Greek Government to seek special funding to cover the costs of creating proper reception and accommodation centres for refugees. These...

High Blood Pressure Might Affect Some Kids' Thinking Ability

High blood pressure may affect the brains of some children and teens, a new study suggests.