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Society 9 months ago
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Earlier school start times may hurt children’s brain development
West Java’s recent decision to enforce earlier school start times across all education levels has aroused concern among educators and experts, who warn that the policy could impair students’ brain development due to disrupted sleep patterns and inadequate rest.
Society 9 months ago
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Teachers applaud court ruling on free basic education
In a landmark ruling on Tuesday, the Constitutional Court has decided that government subsidities should also apply to private schools as part of efforts to fulfill its obligation to provide free basic education to all students.
Society 9 months ago
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Court orders govt to provide free basic education in all schools
While not restricting certain private schools from charging their students for tuition, the Constitutional Court orders the government to provide a financing policy to ensure inclusive access for elementary education.
Society 9 months ago
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Sekolah Rakyat under spotlight after displacement of disabled students
President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship Sekolah Rakyat (community school) education initiative, designed to expand access for children from low-income families, has come under public scrutiny after the displacement of visually impaired students from a century-old special needs institution in Bandung, West Java.
Archipelago 10 months ago
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Critics slam militaristic character training for ‘delinquents’ in West Java
More than 100 students in several regions in West Java have been sent to military barracks to undergo an intensive character training program with Indonesian Military (TNI) personnel under an initiative introduced by Governor Dedi Mulyadi.
Society 10 months ago
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Prabowo announces quick wins in education
In commemoration of National Education Day, which falls every May 2, President Prabowo Subianto announces some initiatives aimed at improving the country’s education system, ranging from school renovations to financial aid for teachers.
Society 10 months ago
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KPK survey shows ‘integrity crisis’ in education sector
Indonesia’s education sector sees a drop on its integrity index score from a survey conducted by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), due to academic dishonesty and corrupt behaviors among teachers and lecturers, among other factors.
Society 1 year ago
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New government education reform plans met with cautious optimism
After seeing various "controversial" initiatives under former education minister Nadiem Makariem, the new government is aiming to reform the education sector by introducing fresh policies. While analysts note it might be necessary, they also warn that too many drastic changes could instead be detrimental to students.
