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Rural schools to get free internet following zero pass rate: Govt The recurring poor pass rates in rural schools has seen the government promising to install free internet services in marginalised communities to allow disadvantaged children to access more educational tools. https://lnkd.in/d4UdkUxT

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A promising solution to cutting school absenteeism emerged from a sizeable post-pandemic study--one-on-one outreach, including students’ homes. Elaine Povich at Stateline News breaks down the chronic absenteeism crisis and a possible fix https://lnkd.in/g58b_Mr4 #EducationMatters #StudentEngagement #ParentInvolvement #ChronicAbsenteeism #PostPandemicSolutions #EducationPolicy #SchoolAttendance

Climate Change and Education I’ve been reading about the devastating news of how heat waves scorched Asia and forced school closures affecting tens of millions of students. This didn’t have much coverage on my international news feed…actually if it wasn’t for a friend of mine from Bangladesh, it might not have been brought to my attention at all. As I read, I began to think more about this critical concern: climate change's impact on education.  (read more: https://lnkd.in/d5G5rgiU) The negative impact of intense heat on student performance and learning has been explored in studies by Park (2020) and Zhang (Zhang et al 2022), among others. These studies have shown how heat affects performance not only in high-stakes testing situations, but even everyday learning scenarios. So, when high temperatures are combined with school closures, these negative effects are likely compounded, especially for students who lack access to technology for cooling and remote learning. We really need to work together to be resilient in a hotter future. With the right policy, investments, and technology, I expect us to find solutions such as: Flexible Schedules: Adjust school hours or implement online learning options during heatwaves. Upgraded Infrastructure: Invest in electrical power distribution, ventilation and cooling systems in schools and rural areas. Educational tools: Equip teachers and students with the right tools to mitigate disruptions to the learning environment. My heart goes out to all those in affected areas. Let's work together to ensure all children, even during extreme events, have access to a quality education that prepares them for the future. #Education #ClimateChange #EdTech #Heatwave

The first item on today's More or Less was about Gillian Keegan's claim that spending per pupil on schools is at a record level. Due to inflation, spending was at a record level every year from 1945 to 2010, so it's not much of a boast. Spending should be on a par with 2010 levels next year, but only because the government now excludes nurseries and sixth-forms from its figures. Also LA spending has decreased 50% since then, so schools now spend have to spend more. https://lnkd.in/ew5in5CU

Catch up with all the latest news, trends and important updates in education with our Weekly Sector News. This week looks at the RAAC crisis in schools, impact of the cost of living, and inspections to tackle youth violence. Read the latest update: https://bit.ly/3Lcidb2

#Education policies meant to relieve academic pressure on students are exacerbating #inequality in the Chinese #school system, a recent study found, showing that the chance of students from the bottom 10% on the household income scale entering high school decreased by 9.3 percentage points and increased by 5.3 percentage points for students from the top 10%, from 2010 to 2018. Click the link in the comments for further details and explore how government measures have made it harder for kids from low-income families to enter high school.

Public secondary students are skipping more school than ever recorded in Victoria, sending absenteeism well above pre-COVID levels with refusal rates contributing to a surge in online learning. Students enrolled in state secondary schools missed an average of 5.6 weeks in Victoria last year – up from just 3.5 weeks in 2018. A federal inquiry has called for a national plan to tackle chronic absence and the impacts of the growing school refusal trend, which experts say is disproportionately impacting poorer families. https://lnkd.in/gvZK2_TR #TheAge #Absentism #students #schoolattendance

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In many rural areas, secondary schools are unevenly distributed, forcing students to travel long distances to attend school. This can be a major barrier to education, leading to school dropout and absenteeism. There are a number of reasons why long commuting distances can be a problem for rural students. First, it can be difficult and time-consuming to get to and from school, especially if students have to rely on public transportation. This can make it hard for students to get enough sleep, participate in extracurricular activities, and hold down a job. Second, long commutes can be expensive, putting a financial burden on families. This is especially true if students have to travel by bus or taxi. Third, long commutes can be isolating and stressful for students. This can lead to boredom, anxiety, and depression, which can all impact academic performance. There are a number of things that can be done to address the problem of long commuting distances in rural areas. One is to build more secondary schools in rural areas. Another is to provide transportation subsidies for rural students. Additionally, schools can offer flexible learning options, such as online courses and distance learning, to make it easier for students to attend school without having to travel long distances #ruraldevelopment #ruraleducation #education #absenteeism #scholarshipopportunities #dropout #longcommuttingdistances