Japan's universities are facing closures and mergers due to a declining birth rate and financial challenges. A task force has been convened to address the crisis, with...
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Australia bolsters VET with AUD 12 million investment to tackle evolving industry needs
As National Skills Week 2024 begins, Australia invests AUD 12 million to strengthen Vocational Education and Training (VET). This funding will empower industry-led Jobs...
China's Ministry of Education is deepening international collaboration, encouraging top foreign universities to establish joint programs in science and engineering. The...
UK universities face severe financial crisis: Calls for government bailout amidst deficits
UK universities face severe financial challenges, with the UCU calling for government bailouts. Jo Grady warns of a "catastrophe" without intervention, as 40% of...
Study reveals persistent ransomware risks for educational institutions
A recent study by Sophos reveals that 63% of lower and 66% of higher education institutions faced ransomware attacks last year. Despite a decline from 2023, the...
National University of Singapore kick starts ‘Borderless University’ with 5G network
The National University of Singapore (NUS) has partnered with StarHub to establish Singapore's first 'Borderless University'. This initiative leverages a dedicated...
Public Policy Institute of California report points to continued enrolment growth in higher education for the state
The Public Policy Institute of California's new report projects slight enrolment increases in the state's higher education over the next decade. Key findings highlight...
A University of Reading study revealed that AI-generated exam responses, created using ChatGPT, outperformed real student submissions, averaging half a grade higher. AI...
Malaysia creates new education pathway for TVET students from school to university
The MTUN Advanced TVET 2030 initiative offers clearer educational pathways for Malaysian TVET students, enabling them to progress from basic courses in schools to...
AI-based, AI-centric pedagogy change needed for effective AI use in education: Yike Guo, HKUST
Looking ahead to a future of personalised learning, supported by the rise of AI, but how will institutions cater to an individual-based personalised education? Ahead of...