Education

Nailing your university essays: The dos and don’ts

Making sure to stick to the prompt and ticking all your requirements can massively streamline your writing process.
28 December 2023, 00:00 AM

Our child labour issue needs urgent attention

Immediate policy action is required in order to reverse this increase in child labour.
28 December 2023, 00:00 AM

Has Awami League delivered on its promise of quality education for all?

In 2008, the party promised to achieve ambitious goals. So, what have we achieved after over a decade?
25 December 2023, 14:00 PM

Our outdated, inefficient higher education institutions

The world has never witnessed such unprecedented human-to-technology interactions.
19 December 2023, 01:00 AM

How we assess education matters

The competition aspect of educational assessment is meant for students to be ranked against their own prior achievement, not against their classmates.
14 December 2023, 04:00 AM

Why do we have so many GED Courses?

Even though the necessity of GEDs can’t be overstated, they still pose unique challenges to pupils.
14 December 2023, 00:00 AM

Keeping up with academics when you’re ailing chronically

Students who suffer from chronic illnesses are required to identify and maintain the equilibrium between their mental well-being and their academic responsibilities. In such cases, finding moments of respite can be instrumental in recharging one’s physical and emotional reserves, thus contributing to a more sustainable approach to academic endeavours. 
14 December 2023, 00:00 AM

Why university students should consider using AI in research

While some may say that using AI is ethically dubious, popular research journals have already started conversations on how to use it.
14 December 2023, 00:00 AM

The unhealthy side of academic competition

While competitiveness amongst students can encourage more academic diligence, its darker side warrants more discussion.
12 December 2023, 00:00 AM

The curious case of study-with-me videos

Study-with-me videos are an interesting substitute that provide all the benefits of group study and none of the harm.
10 December 2023, 11:25 AM

Have universities figured out online learning?

There are many components of online learning that need to be further developed.
9 December 2023, 03:42 AM

The differences between the fields of Anthropology and Sociology

So, what sets Anthropology and Sociology apart? It is not just the subject matter but also the methodological approaches and ethical considerations.
7 December 2023, 09:29 AM

Are students still reeling from the pandemic?

Looking back, I realise the damage that those two years of home education had cost me across multiple domains, not just my mental health.
7 December 2023, 09:07 AM

The need for a clear research agenda

It goes beyond providing research funding and serves as a guiding framework, enabling the institutions to align research goals with broader national and global priorities.
4 December 2023, 03:00 AM

The alternatives to coaching in A levels 

For most A level students in Dhaka, attending coaching classes is an immutable part of day-to-day life.
30 November 2023, 02:00 AM

Is it worthwhile to drop a semester?

The university experience is unquestionably enriching, but it also comes with a lot of pressure, starting with strict academic standards and extending to the arena of personal and social difficulties. The thought of dropping a semester presents a tempting window of escape in such a demanding setting.
26 November 2023, 10:26 AM

Curriculum and textbooks as weapons

Does “simplifying” the curriculum really guarantee that children will not be able to pace themselves in higher studies?
25 November 2023, 00:00 AM

The statistics that hide our poor education system

The enchantment of statistics should not blind us to the sobering truth.
17 November 2023, 14:30 PM

When should you pursue a Master’s degree?

There are some factors to consider when opting for a Master’s degree as opposed to going headfirst into the workforce.
16 November 2023, 08:31 AM

How political instability affects students

While online classes are necessary given the situation, they are not a cure.
16 November 2023, 00:00 AM