Staff at the University of Sydney organized the first academic strike in Australia, expressing concern about the use of artificial intelligence and its impact on education, as well as the protection of the interests of employees and students. (translated)
Estonian schools are experiencing financial difficulties in updating textbooks, as the learning resource support that has remained unchanged for decades does not cover the rising prices and needs, which is why there is a tendency to lean towards digital solutions, but the need for paper textbooks remains. (translated)
Andra Orn criticizes in the article the state's inability to ensure a sufficient number of high school places for young people in Tallinn who are left without schooling, emphasizing that before implementing the obligation to study, it should have been ensured that all young people could continue their education. (translated)
The article addresses the impact of artificial intelligence on vocational education, emphasizing that although the reform of the obligation to learn was supposed to bring clarity and equity, it also highlights new challenges for young people who fall between the system and statistics and whose educational needs remain unclear. (translated)
Problems related to the placement of students in youth training schools and system failures highlight uncertainties related to educational pathways, which leave about 1,300 primary school graduates in the dark regarding their new study location. (translated)
Australian youth are increasingly exchanging traditional media channels for artificial intelligence and smart devices, raising questions about their social participation abilities and whether educational and media companies can keep pace with the changes. (translated)
Estonian school students help ornithologists collect valuable migration data by participating in scientific research that not only promotes biological science but also ignites young people's interest in the exploration of nature. (translated)
In Russian schools, the teaching of English is decreasing and ideological education is increasing, including the introduction of new textbooks on historical topics and the basics of military training, which enhance the element of propaganda in education. (translated)
Jakob Westholm Gymnasium's director Rando Kuustik raises the issue that the overburdening of teachers is the biggest problem in the education system that requires urgent solutions, although salary figures are also important. (translated)
As of today, 675 graduates from basic school in Tallinn and Tartu have not continued their educational path according to official data, which makes a total of 28 class groups. (translated)
Vladimir Putin explained the war in Ukraine with a strange food chain story, which he found important to teach Russian children as well, drawing criticism from experts. (translated)
Ülle Madise emphasizes that children's education should be encouraging and not turn into a process driven by fear and pressure, in order to support children's creativity and development through the joy of learning. (translated)
"Uudishimu võimaldab formaalse hariduse asemel omandada omapärase komplekti maailmatunnetust ja teha sellest omale elukutse."
Kersti Kaljulaid emphasizes that a good school teaches not only academic knowledge but also the art of being human, empathy, and social skills, so that children can consider others and find their place in a rapidly changing world. (translated)
Piret Viirpalu calls on Estonia to avoid day-to-day political approaches in determining the goals for the future of education and emphasizes that the state must take the initiative in formulating the strategy for the education system to meet the demands of demographic and labor market changes. (translated)
In Tallinn, there are still 575 primary school graduates the day before school starts who have not found a new school place, which raises concerns among education officials, as filling high school places in the capital is challenging and there are no opportunities to increase the number of aggregate groups. (translated)
There is a significant shortage of teachers in Estonian schools, especially among class teachers, where, although the acquisition of education has increased, qualified teachers often leave the profession in search of better opportunities and meaning, while language and qualification requirements exacerbate the situation. (translated)
Zachary Stein emphasizes that before rethinking governance and the economy, we need to change our worldview and identities to effectively address education, artificial intelligence, and nuclear threats, creating a reliable environment for discussing ethics and morality and for developing human capacities. (translated)
Estonian Minister of Education and Research Kristina Kallas emphasized that the balance of parental and teacher responsibility is out of whack in Western society, placing an unrealistic burden on teachers, while parents should naturally take clearer responsibility for their children's education. (translated)
The Rector's Council warns that the funding support for Estonian research from the European Union during the next funding period may decrease sevenfold, dropping from 195 million euros to 30 million euros, which promises serious limitations on research and development activities. (translated)
