The ongoing battle over book bans in the US has escalated, with the Trump administration's directive to scrutinize school libraries under the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) sparking controversy. The debate highlights a shift from local challenges to federal enforcement, raising concerns about ideological censorship. Critics argue that such restrictions limit intellectual freedom and reshape educational narratives.
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Sunil Amrith, a Yale professor and chair of the South Asian Studies Council, will take over as director of the MacMillan Center on March 1, 2025. His vision focuses on fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and addressing global challenges like climate change and artificial intelligence. With a rich academic background and strong international ties, Amrith is poised to strengthen Yale's global perspective and facilitate cross-cultural dialogue, as reported by the Yale Daily News.
The Directorate of Medical Education, Madhya Pradesh, has released the Round 2 merit list for MP NEET PG counselling 2024. Registered candidates can check it on dme.mponline.gov.in. Fresh choice filling and locking will occur from January 3-6, 2025, with Round 2 seat allotment results announced on January 8, 2025. Check the direct link here.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon unveiled a historic plan to overhaul US education, focusing on restoring state control and cutting federal bureaucracy. In her March 3, 2025 speech, she emphasized the need for a return to core learning subjects and criticized the inefficiency of federal programs. McMahon’s mission aims to empower parents and local communities while reducing red tape, with a promise to better align education with workforce needs and improve student outcomes.
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The Ivy League admissions landscape is evolving, marked by the resurgence of standardized testing, shifts toward socioeconomic diversity, and the rise of 'New Ivies' like Duke and Rice. With fewer applications and higher acceptance rates, top schools are also introducing video interviews to assess candidates holistically. These trends present both challenges and opportunities for 2025 applicants.
An alumni group, the Cleveland Commission for Wells, has submitted a bid to purchase Wells College, aiming to restore the 156-year-old institution after its sudden closure in April 2024. The group, consisting of alumni from multiple decades, plans to reopen the college, focusing on its liberal arts education and the ecological resources of its 127-acre campus. The Commission is calling for public support to help revive the historic institution.
As generative AI disrupts the job market, US students are flocking to high school shop classes, with enrollment surging by 13%. School districts are investing millions of dollars to revamp vocational programs, offering a hedge against AI job disruption. These hands-on courses in fields like construction, manufacturing, and welding provide students with lucrative, high-skill careers. With rising demand and increasing job stability, vocational education is quickly becoming a popular and viable... Expand
RRB has extended the deadline for Group D Recruitment 2025 applications to March 1. Candidates can now apply for 32,438 Level 1 vacancies. The salary ranges between ₹3 lakh to ₹5 lakh per annum, with several perks and allowances enhancing the package.
The CBSE Class 10 Social Science exam, scheduled for February 25, 2025, is a critical milestone for students, including those in online CBSE schools. With an 80-mark paper spanning History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics, success demands strategic preparation. This guide offers detailed tips to master 5-mark long-answer questions, ensuring clarity, structure, and analytical depth for top performance.