Motivated students tend to perform better in class, according to findings from PISA, but for some, academic success comes at the expense of greater anxiety.
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TopClass episode 14: How will technology and A.I. affect education?
Technology has changed the way societies function, and schools will need to adapt in order to prepare students for the technology-rich environments they will face. But the gadget-filled modern world is still relatively new, and understanding how education should respond to it is still a work-in-progress.
Ireland is rethinking its curriculum for young children. Here’s what it can learn from other countries
By Derek Grant, Claire Reidy and Arlene Forster National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA), Ireland Changes are on the horizon … More
Year in review: a look back at our most popular posts of 2018
The year that was in education and skills.
For immigrant adults, a higher education does not always lead to equal employment opportunities
An immigrant’s ability to integrate and contribute to their host community depends on their skills and education, and where they ultimately land. But a better education does not always translate into better employment opportunities.
It’s time to change the way we think about new teachers
Many of the challenges that new teachers face are not exclusive to the initial years of their career, but are illustrative of the teaching profession more broadly.