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Gender Parity In Science: The Intersection Of The National Education Policy 2020 And The Draft Science, Technology, And Innovation Policy, Jyoti Sharma
Teacher India
With International Women’s Day observed on 8 March, Jyoti Sharma’s review of the National Education Policy 2020 and the draft Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy through the lens of gender parity is a timely reminder of the need to support improved participation of women in science.
Gender And Ethnicity In Myanmar Education. Baseline Study Report For The Convention On The Elimination Of All Forms Of Discrimination Against Women (Cedaw) Committee, Syeda Kashfee Ahmed, Toby Carslake, Anna Dabrowski, Petra Lietz
Gender And Ethnicity In Myanmar Education. Baseline Study Report For The Convention On The Elimination Of All Forms Of Discrimination Against Women (Cedaw) Committee, Syeda Kashfee Ahmed, Toby Carslake, Anna Dabrowski, Petra Lietz
Gender and education
This report consists of two key sections. The first section offers a discussion of the status of Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women(CEDAW) Committee activities in Myanmar, includes current opportunities and barriers for supporting educational participation for women and girls in the country, including those of diverse ethnicity. This discussion also focuses on the possibilities for fostering conditions that can lead to enhanced educational opportunities for women and girls. Building on the construct of possibilities, the second section provides the results of an extensive data mapping exercise of available data sources pertaining to educational participation …
The Politics Of Gender, Caste, And Education In India, Vimala Ramachandran
The Politics Of Gender, Caste, And Education In India, Vimala Ramachandran
Teacher India
India has a long history of gender and caste-based discrimination and subordination that influences access to education. The country has made significant advances but a lot more needs to be done.
International Developments (No.8) 2018
International Developments (No.8) 2018
International Developments
In this issue of International Developments we investigate a synthesis of research evidence that identifies the impact of interventions that offer high value in meeting education’s greatest challenges in development contexts. We explore how ACER’s school assessments are playing a part in supporting improvements in teaching and learning, and we examine the benefits of a program to collect evidence of education quality for governments, schools, communities and students in the Pacific region. This issue of International Developments also looks at ACER’s work with partners across South Asia to ensure inclusive and quality education for all, the development of a ‘road …
Education Financing: Practitioner Level, Australian Council For Educational Research (Acer)
Education Financing: Practitioner Level, Australian Council For Educational Research (Acer)
Education Analytics Service
This Practitioner level module is designed to ensure that Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) staff members who engage with and lead policy dialogue with international and domestic partners are informed about key aspects of education financing, including public financial management, expenditure accountability, and gender-responsive budgeting. It is recommended that staff complete the Education Finance: Foundation Level module as background information to this Practitioner level module.
Education Financing: Foundation Level, Australian Council For Educational Research (Acer)
Education Financing: Foundation Level, Australian Council For Educational Research (Acer)
Education Analytics Service
The purpose of this module is to provide introductory information about education financing, including financial commitment to education, efficiency of expenditure, and strategies to promote equity and inclusion. It provides a foundation to engage in this topic and apply advice from staff with operational or expert levels of knowledge in education. On successful completion of this module you will gain the ability to apply practical knowledge of education financing in order to make valuable contributions to the field.
Girls’ Primary And Secondary Education In Malawi: Sector Review: Final Report, Sally Robertson, Elizabeth Cassity, Esthery Kunkwenzu
Girls’ Primary And Secondary Education In Malawi: Sector Review: Final Report, Sally Robertson, Elizabeth Cassity, Esthery Kunkwenzu
Monitoring Learning
Enhancing girls’ access to high-quality education is a global priority that is articulated in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It is also a national priority in Malawi. The Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) was contracted by UNICEF, to conduct an education sector review of girls’ primary and secondary education in Malawi. The review aimed to: outline the current context and challenges relating to girls’ education in Malawi; identify the key factors contributing to gender inequalities in educational access and outcomes; provide an overview of the policies and strategies currently in place to enhance girls’ education; provide recommendations to help …