Students engaged in a classroom lesson in Rwanda. Source: William Campbell / Corbis via Getty Images

Key Changes Expected in Rwanda’s Education System: Insights from the Minister

The landscape of Rwandan education is rapidly evolving to meet the demands of a modern, digital economy. In a recent, highly anticipated live interview on RwandaTV, the Minister of Education outlined a series of foundational changes aimed at improving both teaching quality and student outcomes across primary and secondary schools. For educators, curriculum designers, and…

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Sudanese Refugee Students in Central African Republic Struggle to Resume Studies

Sudanese refugee students living in the Central African Republic are struggling to rebuild their education after conflict forced them to leave their homes, universities and families behind. Many of the students have spent several years without regular classes. Those who have secured places at the University of Bangui must now study in French, although most…

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Ability Grouping

Ability Grouping Boosts High Achievers Without Harm

A new study from University College London suggests that grouping students by ability can improve outcomes for high performing pupils without negatively affecting those with lower attainment. The research, conducted by the university’s Institute of Education and supported by the Education Endowment Foundation, examined how different teaching approaches influence student progress in mathematics. For years,…

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