Transforming Education to Future Proof Societies
Aristotle said, “The purpose of education is to ensure the flourishing of the individuals characterised by the 'goodness' of character and 'goodness' of intellect.” In Sanskrit, we say, "Vidya Dadati Vinyam," meaning that education brings humility. Unfortunately, character building has taken
The Challenge of Universal Education: The Bridge Model and How it Works
The challenge of universal education is huge. And much bigger than expected. There are many ways to address the root problems, but Bridge International Academies has a teaching model that demonstrably works. Bridge goes directly to the heart of the
The Synergism and Progress of the UN Sustainable Development Goals
As specified in point 8 of the 2030 UN Agenda for Sustainable Development: “We are announcing today 17 Sustainable Development Goals with 169 associated targets which are integrated and indivisible. Never before have world leaders pledged common action and endeavor across such
Trinbagonian Impakter: Tech4Agri for the A in STEM
This article is part of our Editorial Series called “GFAR impakters”. This is done in partnership with GFAR – The Global Forum on Agricultural Research and Innovation – For more follow on Twitter: #GFARImpakters or view here. Written by Jamala Alexander. Edited
Ageism – An Equal Opportunity Bias
When someone says the word ageism – what jumps into your mind? Does the image of an old and frail person pop into your head? Or do you think about an older worker being overlooked for a job? As often as
Promoting Sustainability in Spain: Cristina Gallach
In June 2018, the Spanish government set up a special office for the promotion of the Sustainable Development Goals in the country. It created the position of High Commissioner for the 2030 Agenda of Spain as a landmark position. And
Financing Higher Education in Nigeria: Unleashing the Potential of Alumni Resources and Networks
Higher education in Nigeria is hitting the wall of demographics. Nigeria has the largest population of black people in the world with current estimates ranging from 166 to 199 million people. It also has one of the world’s most youthful
Lowering the Carbon Footprint of Education – a Model of Online Learning
The advent of online learning technologies has brought many changes to the educational landscape. Examples of the resulting reconfiguration of education may be found in the increasing availability of electronic resources to support classroom activities as in blended learning courses;
Skills For The Future: What Developing Countries Can Do Today to Benefit Tomorrow
The UN sustainable development goals are the framework within which organisations, like the European Training Foundation, that support developing and transition countries in offering a decent life to their citizens, operate. The 17 goals adopted in 2015 set detailed targets
If the world was 100 people, how would we teach?
Imagine you lived in a house with 100 people. Or, to be more precise, with 25 children, 66 mid-aged adults, 9 senior citizens
Gender Inequality in Universities
This article was written by Yulia Nesterova and Liz Jackson. The gender gap in universities has tilted in favor of women as a result of increased access and inclusion of women in higher education. This does not mean, however, that gender equality -
Why Weaker US Teachers’ Unions Are Good for Africa
When the United States sneezes, as the old adage goes, the rest of the world often catches a cold. The US Supreme Court’s decision in Janus v. American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, which ruled that public-sector unions