AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoExam Integrity Overhaul (India): Education Minister Pralhad Joshi ordered the National Testing Agency (NTA) to audit exam processes after UGC-NET issues, remove 50+ staff, and overhaul confidential question-paper handling. Special Education Workforce (US): Wisconsin DPI won a $10.5M federal grant to expand “earn while you learn” apprenticeships and retention for special education teachers. Back-to-School Screen Rules (US): A new Maryland law requires public schools to restrict personal devices and block social media during the school day by 2027–28. Higher Ed Policy (Malaysia): Malaysia’s planned replacement of the AUKU law is framed as a chance to protect academic freedom, boost student voice, and keep universities competitive. AI in Classrooms (Philippines): Lawmakers urged universities to prepare students for AI’s impact, stressing critical thinking over “shortcuts.” Education Funding Debate (US/Philippines): Business groups in the Philippines pushed to lock education spending at 4% of GDP as a minimum. Early Learning + Housing (US): Wilcox Academy opened a Central City campus combining early childhood education with after-care and affordable housing supports for families and educators. Equity in Higher Ed (UK): A new report warns SEND pupils face higher rates of isolation in secondary schools, raising concerns about inclusion reforms.
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