Chegg, a leading online education company, is facing significant challenges as it struggles to adapt to the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI). Once a high-flying stock, Chegg’s share price has plummeted by 94% since its peak in 2021. The company’s failure to prepare for and execute its AI strategy has been a major factor in its decline.
Edvin Zuckovs, a remarkable 16-year-old from Boston, Lincolnshire, has emerged as the UK’s youngest teacher, making waves in the education sector. Despite being in the midst of his own GCSE studies, Edvin dedicates his time to teaching PSHE lessons to children aged 10 to 13, proving that age is just a number when it comes to making a difference in the lives of young minds.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the registration process for the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2024 on April 23, 2024. Candidates interested in applying for CMAT must visit the official website, exams.nta.ac.in, and complete the online application by 9:50 PM. Applicants can make corrections to their application details through the correction window, which will be open from April 24 to April 26, 2024. To be eligible for CMAT, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. Those in the final year of their Bachelor’s Degree, with results expected before the commencement of admission for the 2024-25 academic year, are also eligible to apply. There is no age limit for the exam.
Enrollment at Lakeland Community College has declined since peaking at about 9,400 students in 2012, two years after U.S. college enrollment peaked.
Julia R. Masterman Secondary School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has earned a top spot among the nation’s public high schools, according to the latest rankings released by U.S. News and World Report. The school placed fourth nationwide, following BASIS Peoria, Signature School, and Tesla STEM High School. The rankings considered criteria such as grades, diversity, and college access.
In Maryland, three 13-year-olds have been charged with misdemeanor hate crimes for allegedly targeting a Jewish classmate with anti-Semitic harassment at Plum Point Middle School. The charges include drawing swastikas and making derogatory comments about the victim’s physical appearance. While hate crime charges against minors are rare, prosecutors believe it’s crucial to hold the accused accountable and prevent similar incidents. The case highlights the need for schools and communities to address extremist ideologies and promote a healthy and inclusive learning environment.
A Class 10 student from Meerut, India, collapsed upon seeing his remarkable 93.5% score in his UP Board exams, highlighting the intense pressures students face during result times. Despite the overwhelming joy of academic success, Anshul Kumar’s sudden faint highlighted the need for holistic support systems for students during these stressful periods.
Parents are focusing on teaching their children soft skills like time management and communication to prepare them for future careers that may not yet exist. Hard skills like math and data analysis are still important, but soft skills are seen as more transferable and versatile in an uncertain job landscape.
Professor Naima Khatoon has been appointed as the first female Vice-Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), marking a historic milestone for the institution. With a distinguished career in academia and administration, Khatoon brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role.
Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu slammed leaders for party-hopping and abusing their former party bosses after switching sides. He called for strengthening anti-defection laws and urged political parties to focus on providing free education and healthcare instead of announcing freebies.
