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Uzbekistan shows the world how distance education can work in a crisis - World Education Blog
When schools around the world shut their doors during the COVID-19 pandemic, many feared a lost generation of learners. Research from dozens of countries confirms these fears – student learning stagnated or regressed, especially in low- and middle-income countries where digital access is limited.
A call for urgent action to fund education - World Education Blog
As the former European Commissioner for International Partnerships, I have witnessed firsthand both the transformative power of education and the devastating consequences when it is denied. From the child in rural Papua New Guinea who walks hours to reach a school with no books, to the refugee girl in Jordan whose education was interrupted by conflict, and the young person in Uganda whose family cannot afford school fees, they all deserve better.
We need more coherent and transparent data to inform funding in education in emergencies and protracted crises - World Education Blog
There is a growing recognition of the central role of education in responding to increasing needs across humanitarian and development contexts. However, information on the way education in crises is financed remains scattered and incomplete.
Financing challenges bring new opportunities - World Education Blog
While everyone emphasises the importance of education for both individual progress and national prosperity, investment in education remains woefully insufficient.Low- and lower-middle-income countries, which are furthest away from achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4, face an annual funding gap of US$97 billion. For these countries, external assistance accounts for 17% of their public education spending, rising to as high as half in some cases.Aid is vital in supporting educational progress worldwide, especially in the poorest and most vulnerable countries.
Global aid to education projected to fall even further - World Education Blog
In a perfect world, world leaders attending the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD), which is starting next week in Seville, would be committing resources in a room filled with 272 million children, adolescents and youth to get them back to school.
Bridging the data gap in higher education policymaking: Challenges and opportunities for evidence-based governance - World Education Blog
Evidence-based policymaking in higher education requires systematic access to reliable data and analytics. Whether expanding access and equity, improving educational outcomes, or adapting to evolving labour market demands and societal challenges, decision-makers require a comprehensive understanding of how systems are structured and how they perform.
Why everyone’s talking about education and debt - World Education Blog
Calls for debt relief for poor countries, for example from UNDP and Oxfam, have been pointing at an obvious question. How can we ask countries to invest in education when they are fighting for fiscal survival? After all, during the previous debt crisis in the 1980s and 1990s, education and other social sectors were dramatically […]
On the Day of the African Child, recall African countries’ commitment to reduce their out-of-school population by 58 million by 2030 - World Education Blog
Marking the Day of the African Child, a strategic event was organized today by the AU Commission’s Directorate of Education, Science, Innovation and Technology and UNESCO.
Integrating education initiatives within Ghana's national nutrition framework - World Education Blog
The critical interplay between nutrition and education is increasingly recognized as fundamental to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 2 on zero hunger and SDG 4 on quality education.
The out-of-school population is higher than previously thought – and rising - World Education Blog
The global out-of-school population is now estimated to have been 272 million in 2023, 21 million more than the last estimate, based on the UIS and GEM Report model results, also featured in the Scorecard.
Countries are throwing their weight behind the national SDG 4 benchmarking process - World Education Blog
The SDG 4 benchmarking process, which traces its roots to the Education 2030 Framework for Action, began with the selection of seven SDG 4 benchmark indicators in 2019, continued with the invitation extended to countries in 2021 to share national targets to be achieved by 2025 and 2030, and matured in 2023 with the publication of the first SDG 4 Scorecard, which assesses the probability of achieving these targets.
Leadership for inclusion: How I built a foundation for change in higher education in Kazakhstan - World Education Blog
Inclusive education is not just the end goal; it is a continuous process that requires leadership, collaboration and action to create learning environments where every student can thrive. My journey as an Inclusion Lead at SDU University, a private university in the Almaty region of Kazakhstan, has taught me the importance of advocating for change, crafting effective policies, and building support systems for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This leadership role has not only transformed the experiences of our students but has also allowed me to contribute to a broader conversation on inclusion in higher education across Kazakhstan.
Improving support to teachers in Uganda’s refugee settlements - World Education Blog
By: Ben Hill, Senior Education Adviser and Philip Kateeba, Uganda Education Consortium Operations Manager, Save the Children The headteacher of Kasonga Primary School in Kyangwali refugee settlement in Uganda is an inspiring school leader. Their vision and values are exactly what makes a great school environment. They talk of the school’s responsibility to nurture and […]
Education needs more women leaders - A male view - World Education Blog
By Manos Antoninis, Director, Global Education Monitoring Report, UNESCO Yes, it is easy to pontificate about the need for better gender balance in education leadership from where I sit, as a male education director. Think what you will. Having just spent a significant amount of time analysing the relationship between gender and leadership, however, what […]
New 2025 Gender Report calls for more women at the top in education - World Education Blog
Although the global majority of teachers are women, the 2025 gender edition of the GEM Report, Women lead for learning, provides evidence that a glass ceiling still bars women from leadership positions in education. The report also shows how women leaders in education often have a positive impact on inclusion, addressing challenges which disproportionately affect […]
Inclusive leadership should drive the education reform in Moldova - World Education Blog
Moldova aims to guarantee every learner enjoys not just access to education but also meaningful participation, achievement and well-being in school. As the country advances toward EU integration and implements its Education Development Strategy 2030, inclusive leadership must remain central to its vision for equitable, high-quality education.
A Child’s Perspective on the Proposed Free Education Treaty - World Education Blog
Editorial note: The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights recently issued a call for submissions from children to inform the upcoming process to consider and draft a new Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child to strengthen the right to education under international law. More details can be found here.
How to improve school meals: Youth perspectives from the Nutrition Dialogues - World Education Blog
Growing up in Kenya, education was hailed as the gateway to a great life, development and success. Despite coming from a humble background, my parents ensured that we had nutritious food to eat every day, including local vegetables and fruits. Unfortunately, we did not have meals in school and hence we had to run back home, about three miles from our school, for lunch every day, no matter whether it was a rainy or a sunny day. My mother would make a great effort to return home from her farming duties to ensure that she had a hot meal ready for us. By the time we got home, we had about 30 minutes to stand and gulp down the meal and then run back before the bell rang for the afternoon classes.
Distributing education leadership for more inclusive and democratic societies in Latin America - World Education Blog
A new publication by the Global Education Monitoring Report and the Organization of Ibero-American Sates shows that democracy should not only be taught in schools but also practiced through the way they are managed. The Latin American regional edition of the GEM Report on leadership and education was launched last week in Bogotá at a […]
Making reading fun: Africa's Spelling Bee meets the #BorntoLearn campaign - World Education Blog
At the African Spelling Bee, we have always believed in the power of literacy to unlock young minds and empower them to achieve their full potential. That is why I am thrilled to announce our partnership with the #BornToLearn campaign to put children's learning at the top of the agenda. It is the beginning of a collaboration that underscores our shared commitment to ensuring that every child in Africa gets the chance to shine.
What is the potential impact of recent cuts in aid to education? - World Education Blog
As early as 1970, a UN resolution set the target for official development assistance (ODA) at 0.7% of gross national income (GNI). In 2020, only 6 of the 30 OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC) members (Denmark, Germany, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom) were meeting that target.
The UN needs your expertise on pre-primary and secondary education - World Education Blog
The United Nations has issued a critical call for information to help shape the global understanding of children’s right to education. It's a once-in-a-generation opportunity for education experts to influence the drafting of an international treaty that aims to ensure all children, everywhere, receive the quality education they are entitled to, from early childhood through the end of secondary education.
How to cook up nutrition education - World Education Blog
This book reflects what is often in the back of my mind as I think about what drove me to master a plant-based cuisine. It mirrors my belief that biodiversity begins on the plate; that changing our mindsets about the way we eat can have a profound impact on the world around us.
Learn to eat well – and eat well to learn well! - World Education Blog
Global food insecurity has been a growing risk, compounded by climate change, conflict and economic instability. At the same time, obesity rates have surged due to food production practices, the marketing of unhealthy dietary patterns, and sedentary lifestyles.
Managing and leading education systems in an era of uncertainty - World Education Blog
The world is changing – quickly. We are reminded daily, even hourly, that we have entered a new era of geopolitical, economic, demographic and technological disruption. For decades, policy makers have assumed that economic globalization would yield democratic progress and more equitable opportunities – and assumed that improvements in educational outcomes inevitably would help countries leapfrog towards sustainable development. Today, this picture is more clouded.
Education as a lifeline: How foundational learning and SEL empower children in crisis - World Education Blog
When nine-year-old Nahom and his family finally arrived in Mekelle, the capital of Ethiopia’s Tigray region, they were physically and emotionally exhausted. They had fled their home amid violent conflict, walking for months in search of safety. In Mekelle, they found lifesaving aid – food, water, shelter – but the nightmares of war lingered. Only in a classroom filled with songs, games, and compassionate teachers did Nahom begin to rediscover joy, heal, and prepare for the future.
Inclusive schools need inclusive school leaders – new regional 2025 GEM Report - World Education Blog
Developed in partnership with the Network of Education Policy Centers (NEPC), a new regional edition on Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia is being launched today. It accompanies the global 2024/5 GEM Report on leadership in education and focuses on one of the most important education outcomes: inclusion. It builds on eight […]
Pedagogical inputs can make or break children’s numeracy in Africa - World Education Blog
By Norma Evans, consultant Children’s numeracy skills matter for their academic success and long-term well-being. A paper I wrote to feed into the 2024 Spotlight Report on universal basic education completion and foundational learning in Africa, Learning counts, looked at the importance of four pedagogical inputs to make numeracy work: curriculum, textbooks, teacher guides and […]
The use of home language for instruction should be prioritized in Africa – it is a foundation for learning - World Education Blog
In Africa, a colonial history has hampered education development, as most children are taught in a language they do not speak at home. This slows early acquisition of reading and writing proficiency or can even prevent it outright. There are also negative links to the development of children’s social-emotional skills, including their sense of self-worth and belonging.
Learning gaps linked to language have grown over the past decade - World Education Blog
On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of International Mother Language Day, new GEM Report analysis has looked at how the learning gap linked to language has changed over time, defined as the difference in the percentage of 15-year-old students speaking and not speaking the language of instruction at home who achieved minimum proficiency level (or Level 2) in reading and mathematics in the PISA learning assessment between 2012 and 2022.
The Trojan Horse in the classroom: navigating AI’s impact on the International Day of Education - World Education Blog
AI has a special allure for many education experts who believe in its potential to revolutionize teaching methodologies, personalize learning experiences and streamline administrative tasks. But while the potential benefits of AI in education remain largely unknown, the risks of using classrooms as a testing ground for these technologies are undeniable.
To ban or not to ban? Monitoring countries’ regulations on smartphone use in school - World Education Blog
The 2023 Global Education Monitoring Report argued for technology to be used in class only when it supports learning outcomes. This message includes the use of smartphones. By the end of 2023, 60 education systems (or 30%) had bans on smartphone use in schools in their laws or policies. By the end of 2024, an […]
AI textbooks to arrive in Korea – the good, the bad, and the ugly - World Education Blog
Starting in March 2025, new AI textbooks will be introduced into Korean schools in mathematics, English, informatics, and Korean for special education, targeting grade 3 and 4 primary school students, as well as students in the first year of lower secondary and upper secondary school.
Soft skills play a critical role for the employment of engineers - World Education Blog
Engineers are an integral part of our society. Their innovative contributions are essential for enhancing quality of life. In today’s digital era, universities must produce competent engineers equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a competitive marketplace. Universities in developed nations prioritize a balanced mix of technical and soft skills to prepare engineers for successful careers. Technical skills, such as mathematics, programming and engineering principles, are vital for problem-solving and innovation, while soft skills like communication, teamwork and critical thinking enhance collaboration and leadership improving overall performance metrics.
How COVID-19 set back global education: insights from TIMSS 2023 - World Education Blog
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted all aspects of life, including education. To curb the virus spread, schools worldwide closed in March 2020, impacting over a billion children for an average of 5.5 months, with some regions facing longer interruptions. While necessary for public health, these closures had lasting effects on student learning. Even though schools have since reopened, some as late as 2022, the impact of the closures continues to be felt.