How to detect AI-generated text
While the use of AI in text generations have many potential benefits across industries, like any other tool, they too may be misused in a variety of ways. To counter the misuse of AI-generated texts, there are some tools that may come handy.
4 May 2023, 09:55 AM
Key takeaways from this year’s Standard AI Index Report
In the last decade, artificial intelligence has evolved at a breathtaking pace. The Standard Institute for Human-Centred Artificial Intelligence (HAI) publishes the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Index Report every year, providing a comprehensive picture of the current state of the AI world.
19 April 2023, 07:58 AM
Next Step / Inclusive education is all about understanding different learners
Understanding of the benefits of diversity is growing.
30 December 2022, 03:15 AM
Cover Story / Entrepreneurial challenges in the Bangladeshi gig business model
Fairwork and DataSense has published the annual Fairwork Bangladesh Ratings Report to understand the working conditions of platform-based gig workers in Bangladesh.
2 December 2022, 04:30 AM
Next Step / Quality education towards ensuring equality and inclusion
In 2015, the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
25 November 2022, 04:00 AM
Next Step / How teaching IELTS can be trickier than teaching General English
The webinar was led by Wendy Naylor, Consultant at The British Council, where she had an interactive discussion with the online audience regarding IELTS and General English.
13 October 2022, 18:18 PM
How exam-centred teaching hampers creativity in classrooms
The Daily Star with the collaboration of the British Council has returned with its LIVE webinar series on 29 August 2022. A session titled 'How can we increase creativity in the classroom?' was aired live, which was hosted by Wendy Naylor, Consultant, The British Council. In this event, respected education practitioners discussed and shared ideas on how to boost creativity in classrooms. Creativity in education is often a subject of debate, as schools can develop a culture of routine and conformity. Often, training students to simply pass exams may discourage and inhibit originality, which is why the government is currently reviewing assessments in schools.
8 September 2022, 18:00 PM
QR codes are essential, but some may hurt you
With more dependency on the internet, the cases of online scams are always on the rise. Among different innovative ways to scam people, tricking users through QR codes is a very common scenario. Since the early 2000s, QR codes have been in use, and these are still alive and well. Smartphone cameras can even scan them directly. The continued usefulness of QR codes is due in large part to changes to different marketing channels and new applications for their usage. Popular among modern tech users, QR codes have become essential in transferring large amounts of data by providing an easy and quick way to promote website URLs. However, it bodes to be careful when using QR codes.
24 July 2022, 09:23 AM
Myths and facts that you should know before starting a side hustle
Fact: The notion of ‘being your own boss’ seems like a dream come true, along with a bunch of advantages. You can enjoy your hobby as a side hustle, save extra money for any big purchase, clear your debts, and so on.
27 May 2021, 18:00 PM
Languishing: What it is and how to cope with this feeling
Have you ever had such a mixed feeling where you are too tired and overwhelmed to do anything but still eager to engage in different activities
20 May 2021, 18:00 PM
Work from home: The struggles of working moms
No matter how you slice and dice it, being a mother is never an easy task. And working moms always struggle more to maintain work-life balance.
6 May 2021, 18:00 PM
‘Kaan Pete Roi’ on suicidal thoughts in Bangladesh
Having suicidal thoughts or suicidal behaviour indicates a psychiatric emergency. It can also be a predictor of suicide. No person takes their life out of the blue.
29 April 2021, 18:00 PM
5 alternatives to make your home more eco-friendly
LED lights are far better lighting options than incandescent and other traditional lights as LEDs are more energy-efficient. It implies that they produce less carbon dioxide, a harmful product generated from electricity. For example,
22 April 2021, 18:00 PM
Promoting environmental awareness with plantable seed paper ‘Bonkagoj’
A biodegradable handmade paper, which is made from recycled paper and embedded with different plant seeds. Shalbrikkho- a startup working with biodegradable and recycled products came up with its project 'Bonkagoj' to promote such plantable seed papers in Bangladesh.
22 April 2021, 18:00 PM
Celebrating young local artists
Art has no rulebook or status quo. It is transcendent as artists get the freedom of spirit and the opportunity to create their own enchanting
15 April 2021, 18:00 PM
Gadgets and toys to aid children with autism
Children with autism often struggle to socialise, decode everyday interactions and express their basic needs or emotions.
1 April 2021, 18:00 PM
4 essential apps for travel writers and remote workers
Read on the following apps if you are or want to be a travel writer or just looking for some tech solutions to increase your writing efficiency.
1 April 2021, 18:00 PM
Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra: the source of inspiration and bravado during the liberation war
Amid this anarchy, an emergency and temporary radio station at Kalurghat called the Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra (SBBK) declared the independence of Bangladesh to the world on 26 March 1971. Airing almost every day during the liberation war, the journey of this covert radio station came to an end on 16 December 1971 and was turned into Bangladesh Betar, as we know it now. From a temporary radio station to the main media source during the liberation war.
25 March 2021, 18:00 PM
Shabash: the first-ever superhero motion comics in Bangladesh
Comics, an artistic combination of words and pictures, have been attracting bookworms of all ages in Bangladesh since a long time ago. However, comics are usually western-centric. And when it comes to comics based on superheroes, we mostly focus on the Western DC and Marvel superheroes.
18 March 2021, 18:00 PM
Smart kitchen devices we wish we could get our hands on
If you want to get proper nutrition and calories, you’ll need to choose the right amount of ingredients and temperature for your every dish. And
11 March 2021, 18:00 PM
Why sex education is important, now more than ever
Adolescents in our country are growing up in a world where circumstances are quite different now ,concerning the benefits and risks in life, from those of their parents or grandparents.
11 March 2021, 18:00 PM
The do’s and don’ts after getting the Covid-19 vaccine
Once you receive the Covid-19 vaccine, are you free not to wear your masks and follow hygiene guidelines? Or what should you do to boost the effectiveness of the vaccine shot? In case you or any of your family members has got the vaccine or is ready to get one, here are 6 dos and don’ts after taking the shot of the Covid-19 vaccine.
25 February 2021, 18:00 PM
Catfishing: What you need to know about this form of cyberbullying
Thanks to the internet and social media, we can now connect and communicate with new people now and then. However, this innovative way of communication opens up the doors to fraudulence and cyberbullying. And catfishing is one of those deceptive ways to trick and bully people.
25 February 2021, 18:00 PM
How to detect hidden cameras
Have you ever been in any public washroom, dressing room or in any hotel room and had a feeling that you are being watched? Well, sometimes you may not be wrong in this regard.
18 February 2021, 18:00 PM
Be a pro writer:Learn the craft of writing
Writing, as an essential skill itself, allows you to represent your thoughts and views with clarity and ease to a far larger audience.
4 February 2021, 18:00 PM
Essential safety guidelines for reopening educational institutions
As educational institutions are all set to reopen in phases very soon, the challenge of maintaining social distance and proper hygiene measures emerges.
4 February 2021, 18:00 PM
Education for underprivileged children amid pandemic
Given the current challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many volunteering endeavours to provide education to underprivileged children have been disrupted. We have talked with a few organisations to know about their perspectives and steps in this respect. Despite taking different measures, they have one common objective and that is to ensure the best thing for these children.
24 December 2020, 18:00 PM
Nilkomol Ar Lalkomol: the very first motion comics in Bangladesh
Did you ever wish to see life into your favourite comic characters? If yes, then the motion comic is the buzzword-filled way for you, which turns all the reading materials into something you can watch along with sound effects and voice-overs. Unfortunately, Bangladesh is yet to get familiar with this hybrid art form. However, mKiddo, an SVOD platform for kids, is all ready to introduce the very first motion comics in Bangladesh.
17 December 2020, 18:00 PM