by Robert Sedgwick, Editor, WENR During the 24-year reign of Nicolae Ceausescu, Romania’s system of education remained under strict state control. Curricula strongly emphasized Marxist-Leninist ideology, and universities, in particular, came under the direct influence of Ceausescu and his wife, Elena. As a result of…
Regional Report: E-Learning Holds Promise in Africa In a region of the world where access to traditional education is hampered by poverty, political conflict and a lack of teachers and infrastructure, public-private arrangements are bringing e-learning to thousands of Africans, according to a recent report…
Brazil Private Universities Remain Most Popular Brazilian students continue to choose private alternatives over public universities, according to the latest higher education survey. Only three public universities are in the top 10. The list is topped by the private Universidade Paulista, which has 81,000 students….
Afghanistan Students Have New Curriculum; Access Still Limited Afghanistan’s schoolchildren have a new curriculum and textbooks that emphasize mathematics, science and literacy, while still incorporating elements of daily Islamic life. The curriculum was developed by a commission of 100 teachers, experts and professionals – 15…
Regional EU Study: Higher Education Enrollments Up 100% Since 1975 A recent study by the European Union reveals that student numbers in higher education doubled between 1975 and 2000, and there are now 16 million enrolled in higher education across Europe. Portugal saw the biggest…