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- Pressure mounts for clarity on Ireland ELE accreditation scheme
TrustEd Ireland is the new quality mark fromQuality and Qualifications Ireland, and part of a suite of legislative measures designed to protect international learners. Stakeholders say the statutory accreditation scheme is well-needed but are calling for clarity before committing to the costly initiative. TrustEd Ireland is a voluntary scheme, cependant, providers who wish to recruit non-EU/EEA learners on program that require immigration permissions and study visas will be required to apply for authorisation to use the mark. Stakeholders have expressed strong support for the introduction of a regulatory scheme, emphasising its necessity for the sector. Cependant, they are urging the regulator to provide greater transparency and detailed information about specific aspects of its implementation and costs. “The fact that the scheme regulates the sector is positive because we have been in limbo,” said Mauro Biondi, managing director, Emerald Cultural Institute, who believes there is huge value in the scheme in terms of enhancing the profile of providers and the sector. “The sector has been looking for a new accreditation system for an awful long time,” Justin Quinn, PDG de Centre for English Studies Raconté Les Nouvelles PIE. “I was at the first meeting in 2009 when this was addressed, and it’s ... En savoir plus24 procès-verbal depuis - Avoiding the migration conversation: international students in AustraliaLe potential introduction of a cap on international student numbers is a hot topic within the Australian international education section. The latest twist in the ESOS Amendment Bill – the legislation that would put limits on Australie‘s student enrolments next year – is an unexpected roadblock, as the Coalition moves to block it. Among the many concerns the Bill raises, a key question centres on how caps will impact Australia’s reputation and appeal to international students if the legislation is approved by the Senate. As an Australian registered migration agent and former education agent, I have, cependant, observed another issue that could also pose risks to our appeal as a study destination and the sector in general. Governments rarely acknowledge it, but the availability of legal visa pathways for international students has long been key to Australia’s appeal, cementing its position as a leading choice for students globally. Australia is not only an education destination; it is also a migration destination, and although this is not an overlooked conversation, the movement of international students here is deeply influenced by our migration policies. Instability within these policies, cependant, raises serious concerns. The Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) is a prime example. ... En savoir plus3 heures depuis
- How can edtech tools support inclusion and widening participation strategies?In a recent PIE Chat Live webinar, we explored how Perlego is helping universities by supporting student satisfaction, inclusion, and widening participation strategies. Decolonising curriculums Traditional curriculums often lack perspectives from underrepresented voices. Perlego’s vast range of titles from over 8,000 publishers helps universities with decolonisation programs by providing unlimited access to global perspectives. Our library includes resources from diverse authors, enabling institutions to build curriculums that reflect the diverse backgrounds of their students, empowering educators and students to explore new ideas and challenge traditional narratives – all within a single platform.Accessibility for every learner At the heart of Perlego’s mission is ensuring that all students can engage with learning in ways that suit their unique needs. Our platform is designed to be inclusive, offering a suite of accessibility features that break down barriers to education. Flexible e-reader Our e-reader is highly adaptable, giving users control over how they read, from the size or font of the text to the background of the screen. It’s available on mobile devices as well as laptops and desktop computers, making it easy to use wherever you need to study. Mobile access also brings offline functionality. At the heart of Perlego’s mission ... En savoir plus5 heures depuis
- Florida Tries a Subtler Way to Curb Progressive Ideology: Cut Sociology
Conservatives in Florida have moved from explosive politics to subtler tactics to uproot liberal “indoctrination” in higher education by removing classes like Sociology from core requirements. ... En savoir plus7 heures depuis - Linda McMahon, Trump’s Education Secretary Pick, Has a Short Résumé Related to SchoolsLinda McMahon is known for her many years in the wrestling world. Though her education experience is more limited than previous secretaries, she has embraced both conservative and bipartisan ideas. ... En savoir plus22 heures depuis
- Nancy Bailey's Education Website: Questioning the Classroom Impact of Neuroscience and the Science of ReadingNancy Bailey's Education Website: Questioning the Classroom Impact of Neuroscience and the Science of Reading Suppose one tries to debate the Science of Reading (SoR) and what it is precisely. They will likely be met by cognitive psychologists, parents, and educators who are insistent about the importance of neuroscience. Trying to understand how the brain works and why some children have learning disabilities has existed for decades. I’m staring at an old textbook special education teachers used: Alexander Bannatyne’s 1971 Langue, Lecture, and Learning Disabilities: Psychology, Neuropsychology, Diagnosis, and Remediation. Cependant, how neuroscience translates into the classroom today, especially how it’s supposed to indicate the existence of a Science of Reading, seems murky with drastic political ramifications. Par exemple, what makes unproven, costly digital reading programs purchased by states and school districts and heavily advertised as the SoR acceptable? Where is the scientific evidence, proof that these programs work? No matter what you think of neuroscience and the SoR, it has become a profitable marketing tool for reading. To better understand the SoR, I read Reading in the Brain: The New Science of How We Read, by cognitive neuroscientist Stanislas Dehaene (2009), the Science of Reading bible—one of the book’s blurbs is from the late Oliver Sacks, whose writings ... En savoir plus22 heures depuis
- Prepare, don’t panic, say intled leaders anticipating US policy changesTwo weeks after Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election was announced, conversations in the sector continue to focus on the potential implications for international education and opportunities for the future. Certains reports have suggested that perspective international students with their sights set on US will not be deterred by Trump’s leadership. Cependant, Miriam Feldblum, co-founder and executive director of the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration is unsure if these prospective students “have all the information that they need to understand what’s coming”. Speaking at The PIE Live North America conference in Boston this week, Feldblum suggested there may be a “disconnect” between their optimism and what unfolded in Trump’s first term, along with proposals and plans for his second. “We need to be prepared for significant policy changes that will have adverse impacts on international students being able to come, stay and pursue postgraduate pathways,” elle a dit. Cependant, Feldblum’s message was clear: “This is a time to prepare, not panic.” “This is a time to prepare, not panic.”Miriam Feldblum, Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration A whole range of bans or pauses on immigration are expected, said Feldblum, in policy changes that could have ... En savoir plus23 heures depuis
- NZ announces changes to PSW visa for PG dipolma studentsAccording to a recent annonce par Immigration NZ, international students who study for a postgraduate diploma for 30 weeks and transfer to a Master’s degree immediately afterwards are now eligible for a PSW visa. This update is designed to provide students with more flexibility in their course of study and ensure they can stay in New Zealand to work following their qualification. “Students who studied a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) pour 30 weeks and immediately progressed to a Master’s degree, but were not enrolled in the Masters for 30 semaines, are now eligible to apply for a Post Study Work visa (PSWV) based on their PGDip enrolment,” read the statement by Immigration NZ. For students who have completed an eligible qualification but then pursued a higher-level qualification that does not meet the PSWV requirements (such as the course length note meeting the required minimum duration), there is now a grace period. These students will have 12 months from the end date of their student visa for the initial qualification to apply for a PSW visa. To qualify for a three-year PSW visa, students must complete at least 30 weeks of full-time study in New Zealand while enrolled in a Master’s ... En savoir plus1 journée depuis
- Reimagining Schooling for Equity and Justice: Lead the Change Interview with Carlos Sandoval
In this month’s Lead the Change (LtC) entretien, Carlos Sandoval shares his insights on how systems of schooling can be improved to create more affirming environments for minoritized students. Sandoval is an Assistant Professor at Clemson University, where his research … Continue reading ... En savoir plus1 journée depuis - Trump Chooses Linda McMahon, a Longtime Ally, for Education SecretaryA friend and financial backer of Donald J. Trump’s, Ms. McMahon, who led the Small Business Administration during his first term, remained close to him during the campaign. ... En savoir plus2 journées depuis
- Student raises concerns over high CO2 levels at Kingston Secondary School
A Kingston student’s concerns over high CO2 levels at a new school prompt an HVAC inspection. The school board vows action to ensure safety for students and staff. ... En savoir plus2 journées depuis - Texas Education Board Backs Bible-Infused Lessons in Public SchoolsSchool districts serving more than 2 million elementary-school children would be able to adopt a curriculum that draws on the Bible. ... En savoir plus2 journées depuis
- Ontario education minister meets with YouTube on classroom distractions
In the spring, the government announced that, instead of participating in a lawsuit against social media companies, it would meet with executives at the companies instead. ... En savoir plus2 journées depuis - What Teachers Can Do about Pervasive Misinformation (Erica Meltzer)*
A doctored [photo] of a Parkland shooting survivor ripping up the Constitution. A fake story about a firefighter jailed for praying at the scene of a fire, branded as if it were from ABC News. An image of a shark swimming on a flooded highway. Those and other examples of misinformation students might encounter flashed on screen during high school teacher Lacey Galbraith’s writing class in Nashville, Tennessee. But Galbraith wanted to bring it closer to home. So she paused the video to show her students something factual: une Nashville TV station’s recent piece about the federal indictment of two Russian nationals. They’re accused of hiring a Tennessee-based company to create and disseminate propaganda and disinformation across U.S. social media platforms with the goal of amplifying domestic divisions. “You think this stuff is happening far away,” she said. “But it can happen here.” Teachers in subjects ranging from language arts, math, and philosophy are taking academic questions about symbolism, sample size in polling, and discerning the truth, then applying them to the information students see every day on their phones. There is no precise accounting of media literacy classes. But they appear to be growing more common as teachers feel ... En savoir plus2 journées depuis - Texas Education Board to Vote on Bible-Infused Lessons in Public SchoolsA new curriculum would focus on Christianity more than other religions. A kindergarten lesson on the Golden Rule, par exemple, would teach about Jesus and his Sermon on the Mount. ... En savoir plus3 journées depuis
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