Education

PhD degrees from private universities / 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.

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.

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.

Opinion / Curriculum and textbooks as weapons

Does “simplifying” the curriculum really guarantee that children will not be able to pace themselves in higher studies?

The statistics that hide our poor education system

The enchantment of statistics should not blind us to the sobering truth.

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.

How political instability affects students

While online classes are necessary given the situation, they are not a cure.

Ethics, happiness, and mental health for education

When a student is in a place of despair, on the brink of taking their own life, what does one do as a teacher?

#Perspective / How effective is online education in the current political situation?

Considering the country’s volatile political situation and the consequent, sporadic school closures, a number of educational institutions have decided to operate online, and obviously, everyone has an opinion.

November 3, 2023
November 3, 2023

More trees fall victim to development

Jahangirnagar University must protect its green campus

November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023

How far ahead should you plan as a student?

As the years have passed, the wide majority of us have veered away from the map we plotted for ourselves.

November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023

What to expect from a Communications degree

Communication entails more than just speaking and listening; it also entails crafting messages that resonate with a variety of audiences, understanding communicators' psychology, and staying current with new trends and technologies.

October 28, 2023
October 28, 2023

Is education only about earning money?

We need a peak in social consciousness, and not just in our GDP.

October 26, 2023
October 26, 2023

Is being part of a school club worth it?

Running a club might not be the dream for everyone, or as impactful in the long-term as we might hear.

October 26, 2023
October 26, 2023

How necessary is it to teach programming in schools?

Starting programming while at school would grant early learners an edge over others, giving them the chance to either excel at it or learn the basic skills so that they can use it going forward.

October 23, 2023
October 23, 2023

The impact of privilege on US college applications

While many applicants work their fingers to the bone to present their best selves on paper, the reality remains that some individuals are inherently positioned with better odds right from the start.

October 19, 2023
October 19, 2023

Pursuing engineering: Here’s what students wish they knew before starting

Engineering is not always sunshine and rainbows for students who dedicate their lives to it.

October 19, 2023
October 19, 2023

How to find a tuition gig that is right for you

Here are some common modes through which students usually get tuitions.

October 19, 2023
October 19, 2023

University Admissions: The Assumptions to Avoid

Here definitely some misconceptions you should be wary of when applying to universities.

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