The teachers room in Kalasatama elementary school in Helsinki. LEHTIKUVA
In a recent survey conducted by the Trade Union of Education (OAJ), only one in ten teachers feels that their expertise and work are appreciated in society. OAJ's Chairperson, Katarina Murto, emphasizes the need for a sustained effort to address this deficit in appreciation and underscores OAJ's role in anticipating upcoming societal changes and safeguarding a high-quality education system.
Jaan Siitonen (purple sweater) is leading a workshop at Magma Academy 2022.
Think Tank Magma, renowned for its commitment to unravelling the complexities of Finnish society, is gearing up for a second Magma Academy, scheduled to commence on 26 October 2023. Through a selection of distinguished speakers, the academy offers valuable insight into the culture, history, and politics of Finland.
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The autumn joint application period for higher education institutions, which concluded on September 14, 2023, has seen remarkable interest in the offerings of Diak, with its Oulu campus's Social Work programs garnering significant attention. Among Diak's 340 available study places, 55 were dedicated to Social Work programs in Oulu, including the Bachelor of Social Services and the Bachelor of Social Services in Diaconal Work.
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In a surge of interest in higher education programs, Vaasa University of Applied Sciences (VAMK) has witnessed a remarkable influx of applicants, with their English-taught Engineering program, Energy Technology, emerging as the most sought-after choice. As the autumn joint application period for higher education institutions came to a close on September 14, 2023, VAMK received a staggering 4,970 applications for this program alone.
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Hanken School of Economics has achieved its highest-ever ranking in the prestigious Financial Times Masters in Management ranking, securing the 46th spot. This remarkable ascent represents a significant leap from their 62nd place last year and underscores the institution's commitment to maintaining a high standard of education on an international scale.
The Financial Times compiles an annual list of the world's best master's programmes, and Hanken's remarkable progress reflects the school's dedication to academic excellence.
Rector Sari Lindblom. Photo: Pekka Lähteenmäki.
In her inaugural address for the academic year, Helsinki University Rector Sari Lindblom emphasized that Finland's future success hinges on raising its level of expertise through sustained investment.
In recent years, societies worldwide have faced significant global crises. Sari Lindblom highlighted how global and national socio-political developments are the result of complex factors, placing significant demands on university education.
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Arabian Primary School in Helsinki has initiated a pilot collaboration with the National Brain Health Program coordinated by the Brain Association (Aivoliitto), the Central Union for Child Welfare (Lastensuojelun Keskusliitto), and the University of Eastern Finland. The aim of this partnership is to support students' well-being and brain health, including the reduction of mobile phone usage.
The Tikkurila campus of Laurea University of Applied Sciences in Vantaa.
The payment issues faced by Kenyan students who commenced their studies at Laurea University of Applied Sciences in 2022 have been under investigation since the spring of 2023. Over 90 Kenyan students have completed their degree studies this spring. Out of them, 60 students are able and willing to continue their studies at Laurea with the assistance of a payment arrangement, while 31 are transitioning to vocational training in secondary level institutions.
A mom walking her child to school on the first day. LEHTIKUVA
The transition of a child from home care to early childhood education requires attention not only from the child's perspective but also from the parent's perspective, as indicated by two separate studies conducted at the University of Turku. The FinnBrain study revealed that the social skills of young children were on par regardless of whether they were in home care or early childhood education.
The declaration and event of School Peace are made by the students themselves.
School peace will be declared in Ylivieska on August 23, 2023. This year, students have chosen the theme "Diversity is Enrichment - Olikhet är en rikedom" (in English: Diversity is Enrichment). The chosen theme highlights the importance of embracing diversity, especially in the context of current challenges related to children's mental well-being, loneliness, and bullying.
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A recent study conducted by Turku University's Child Psychiatry Research Center and the National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) has revealed that young individuals diagnosed with psychiatric or neuropsychiatric disorders are more likely to refrain from applying for secondary education compared to their peers.
The study compared the pursuit of secondary education among individuals born in 1987 and 1997.
