Institutional reform needed for an inclusive Bangladesh
Ultimately, the battle between extractive and inclusive institutions is not just a fight over resources; it is a fight over the future direction of the country.
1w ago
Is quality education possible in the affiliated college system?
The crisis of general higher education in affiliated general colleges has become a cause for concern in Bangladesh.
3y ago
Can tertiary colleges in Bangladesh be rescued?
As reported by a national daily and some electronic media of late, the current administration is contemplating ceasing operations of around 300 private colleges for higher studies across the country.
3y ago
Nationalising educational institutions: Opportunity or threat?
Since indepen-dence, a unique policy initiative in Bangladesh has been to nationalise non-government schools or colleges or madrasas.
5y ago
What can we do to keep children in school?
Student absenteeism (in the classroom) is a matter of serious concern for education policymakers in Bangladesh because it is a major hindrance in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), the objective of which is to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.”
5y ago
The case of prestige in higher education
No sooner had the results for the Higher Secondary and School Certificate (HSC) examination been published that strong deliberation regarding the problems and prospects of further education after HSC sprang up. Major print and electronic media covered the news giving utmost priority to the said issue.
6y ago
The case of 'ghost' teachers and students
Whenever there is a discussion on the budget for education, it inevitably boils down to the amount of money allocated.
6y ago
For a level playing field
It would not be an exaggeration to say that the cost of attending a public university in Bangladesh is quite low compared to that of a private university.
6y ago
November 18, 2024
Institutional reform needed for an inclusive Bangladesh
Ultimately, the battle between extractive and inclusive institutions is not just a fight over resources; it is a fight over the future direction of the country.
November 26, 2021
Is quality education possible in the affiliated college system?
The crisis of general higher education in affiliated general colleges has become a cause for concern in Bangladesh.
January 26, 2021
Can tertiary colleges in Bangladesh be rescued?
As reported by a national daily and some electronic media of late, the current administration is contemplating ceasing operations of around 300 private colleges for higher studies across the country.
August 2, 2019
Nationalising educational institutions: Opportunity or threat?
Since indepen-dence, a unique policy initiative in Bangladesh has been to nationalise non-government schools or colleges or madrasas.
December 24, 2018
What can we do to keep children in school?
Student absenteeism (in the classroom) is a matter of serious concern for education policymakers in Bangladesh because it is a major hindrance in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), the objective of which is to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.”
July 26, 2018
The case of prestige in higher education
No sooner had the results for the Higher Secondary and School Certificate (HSC) examination been published that strong deliberation regarding the problems and prospects of further education after HSC sprang up. Major print and electronic media covered the news giving utmost priority to the said issue.
June 24, 2018
The case of 'ghost' teachers and students
Whenever there is a discussion on the budget for education, it inevitably boils down to the amount of money allocated.
January 16, 2018
For a level playing field
It would not be an exaggeration to say that the cost of attending a public university in Bangladesh is quite low compared to that of a private university.
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