Budget may cut reliance on foreign telescopes; trips on space spending
The budget has brought some cheer to India’s research community, particularly for those involved in astronomy and space research, as it has earmarked ₹13,416.20 crore for the Department of Space for 2026-27. A large chunk of the allocation has been set aside for deep-space exploration and astrophysics, including to build two advanced telescope facilities: the […]
Reinventing the Classroom
Technology holds great promise to transform teaching and learning: It allows for more personalized instruction, higher levels of student engagement, and instant assessment of students’ skills—giving educators real-time feedback so they can adjust their teaching as necessary. But in too many classrooms, these elements simply aren’t working together in a cohesive way. A number of […]
BSEB starts D.El.Ed. 2026 online applications; deadlines and backlog rules announced: Check details here
The application for the examination of the Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) 2026 by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has begun through an online procedure. It is subsidizing students of 2025-27 and 2024-26 entering their second year. The official portal will be opened on 9 February 2026, and the candidates will be able to […]
Choosing the Right Devices for Your Schools
iPads, Chromebooks, laptops, Android devices, or Windows 8 tablets: School leaders today have a wide variety of mobile learning options to choose from. When rolling out a digital learning initiative, many school leaders place too much focus on what kind of devices to buy, experts agree—and not enough focus on how these devices will be […]
Digital, financial literacy need to be included in school curricula: Murmu, ETEducation
Murmu was speaking at the ‘Black Swan Summit’ here organised by the Odisha government in collaboration with the Global Finance and Technology Network (GFTN) Bhubaneswar, President Droupadi Murmu on Friday expressed concern over rising cyber fraud cases across the country, and stressed the need to create awareness among people about digital tools and inclusion of […]
North Dakota breaks with the four-year degree model, clears path for three-year bachelor’s programmes
North Dakota breaks with the four-year degree model, clears path for three-year bachelor’s programmes. (Representative picture created with the help of AI) North Dakota is preparing to test a shorter path through college. State higher education leaders have approved pilot bachelor’s degree programmes that would allow students to graduate in three years instead of four, […]
‘Slender Bombardier’: Researchers identify new dragonfly species in Kerala’s farmlands
NEW DELHI: Researchers have confirmed the discovery of a new species of dragonfly, Lyriothemis keralensis, from the low-lying coastal regions of Kerala. Commonly called the Slender Bombardier, the species was formally identified after more than ten years of research, according to news agency PTI.The breakthrough study was carried out by a team led by Dr […]
How to Make Flipped Learning Work
Flipped learning, in which students watch instructional videos for homework and use class time to apply what they’ve learned, is catching on in many schools. But there are still some misconceptions about this strategy, and some teachers have struggled to put it into practice. With the generous support of Adobe, we’ve assembled this collection of […]
IISER 2026 admissions: Check selection process, important dates, and other details here
IISER IAT admissions 2026 The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) have announced the admission schedule for 2026, giving aspiring scientists and researchers their first cue to prepare for one of the country’s most prestigious undergraduate science programs. The online application portal opens on March 5, 2026, allowing candidates to submit their forms […]
Empowering Literacy Through Technology
The definition of “literacy” is evolving in the 21st century. Not only does it involve fluency in reading and writing, but it also implies an ability to think critically about a variety of texts and communicate increasingly complex ideas. These skills will be put to the test with the new Common Core State Standards being […]