Education | Euronews

English

No Comment

Afghan boys unaware school year has started, return to class days late

Many Afghan boys, unaware that the school year has started, return to class days late after the Taliban authorities fail to make a public announcement of the reopening of schools.

Bolivia

Teachers pepper-sprayed by police in Bolivia as protests turn violent

Teachers protesting in Bolivia against education reform were pepper-sprayed outside the Ministry of Education in La Paz by police.

Qatar 365

How Qatar is trying to 'bridge the gap' in education

In partnership with Media City

Euronews examine how Qatar is encouraging new perspectives on education, and facilitating projects which tackle big global issues like climate change.

Scenes

Meet the South African team empowering underprivileged children to become Ocean Warriors

In partnership with Media City

Parley Oceans School is a 16-week afterschool programme teaches underprivileged youths theoretical knowledge about the ocean and conducts a unique swimming course that incorporates mindfulness.

ADVERTISEMENT

Smart Regions

How a high school in Estonia has almost achieved carbon neutrality

In partnership with the European Commission

With its smart building, solar panels and automatic blinds, the Põlva high school underwent a sustainable revolution in 2016 when it was completely rebuilt with the support of the European Union.

Portugal

Concern over low number of Ukraine children in Portuguese schools

Only about 32 per cent of the estimated 14,000 Ukrainian child refugees living in Portugal are attending local schools.

Culture news

Swedish kids take the plunge in icy lake survival lessons

Safety takes on a new dimension for many young Swedes as sub-zero temperatures and the surrounding conditions are a daily danger in winter. Frozen lakes are common playgrounds which means first-aid training and rescue to prepare for the worst is obligatory from a young age.

World News

Contraception in Europe, why is it only free in some EU countries?

On International Condom Day, Euronews takes a closer look at public policies governing contraception in Europe and asks the experts why differences exist between the Member States.

Portugal

Thousands of school staff in pay protest march in Portugal

Thousands of school staff in Portugal marched through Lisbon to demand better pay and conditions in the latest in a series of protests against education reforms suggested in December.

Work

How ChatGPT is forcing teachers to reassess their teaching

The popular AI tool that generates convincing text in mere seconds is forcing teachers to rethink how they work.

Partner content

To build inclusive classrooms, let young people with intellectual disabilities take the lead

Partner content presented by Special Olympics

Children with intellectual disabilities routinely encounter ostracism and bullying. They grow up apart and unequal, their gifts and abilities rejected, their vast potential thwarted.

Tech News

US schools sue social media platforms for 'harming' mental health

A US school district filed a complaint against social media giants like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok over the cost of the mental health crisis.

Partner content

Why increasing numbers of people are relocating to Dubai

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Many of us dream of relocating to a sunny tax haven, and Dubai is one destination that’s banking on attracting expats to populate its workforce and power its economy.

Partner content

How Dubai is attracting students from around the world

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

With more than 60 international university campuses and colleges, Dubai has attracted 60,000 multicultural students and the figure is growing

Afghanistan

Taliban ban women from working for foreign and domestic NGOs

The latest restrictions come just days after the Taliban banned female students from attending universities across the country.

Euronews Witness

Inflation crisis: French students struggle to survive

In this episode of Witness, Valérie Gauriat sheds light on the impact soaring food prices and energy bills are having on France's student population.

The Exchange

Digital connectivity: How technology is changing education

In partnership with Media City

As hands-on learning and distance teaching look set to shape the future of the education sector, Euronews spoke to business leaders hoping to capitalise on these new trends.

Partner content

Online or on campus? Germany’s ESMT Berlin offers the best of both worlds with its Global Online MBA

Partner content presented by ESMT Berlin

In the digital age, the world of business is smaller than ever. But while the internet opens doors, face-to-face interaction often seals the deal – and it’s a similar situation in the classroom.

Hungary

Hundreds of students in Hungary join teacher rebellion over low pay

Hungarian teachers are the lowest paid of any EU member state, with cashiers making more money than them.

My Europe Series

Strikes, sackings and surging prices: Teacher anger rages in Hungary

"I feel as if our government does not want people to think critically," one teacher told Euronews. "They don't want people to have an academic education ... just go to work, do your job and vote like you are told."