Over 200 teachers in Punjab, many without English expertise, have been promoted to teach English in higher grades. The move highlights a concerning shortage of English teachers in the state and raises questions about the quality of education.
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This article explores the phenomenon of queer students finding solace and support in their English teachers, analyzing the reasons behind this trend. It draws on personal experiences and interviews with queer individuals and educators, highlighting the role of English as a subject that fosters emotional expression and provides a space for exploring identity.
Actress Sahiba Bali has faced backlash for her comments on the English spoken in Bengaluru, sparking debate about regional accents and cultural sensitivities. Her remarks, made on the ‘Untriggered’ podcast, were widely perceived as mocking the city’s unique dialect, leading to a wave of criticism and defense from netizens.
A teacher trainer has been putting TikTok users to the test with a Year 6 SATs question that even adults are finding difficult to answer. Less than two weeks after 10 and 11-year-old students across the country took their English, Maths and Science exams, ‘Grammar Slammer’ Sarah posted her latest mini-quiz to TikTok – and many people have been left stumped.
A concerning trend has emerged in Bhubaneswar, where 39 subjects offered by 35 colleges have reported zero admissions for the 2023-24 academic session. Subjects such as mathematics and English top the list, indicating a lack of interest among students. Colleges from eight districts are affected, with Cuttack reporting the highest number of subjects with zero admissions. The lack of trained teachers, inadequate infrastructure, and students’ fear of low marks in certain subjects are cited as reasons for this decline. Some colleges are facing closure due to the persistent issue of zero admissions.