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Society 9 months ago
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'Unsung heroes', teachers face rising burdens amid low pay
Over the years, teachers have absorbed increased administrative duties, beyond teaching. The most notable one recently being the distribution of the free nutritious meal program introduced in January by the administration of President Prabowo Subianto.
Interview 10 months ago
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Dignifying students key for Indonesia’s education: Education minister
Elementary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Mu'ti reflects on a year of his and his ministry's achivement since taking office in October 2024, and underlines his plan for the future of elementary education in Indonesia.
Society 11 months ago
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Mass poisoning cases surge as free meals continue
At least 11,566 people have suffered from mass food poisoning after consuming government-sanctioned free nutritious meal packages since the program rollout, according to education watchdog group Network for Education Watch Indonesia (JPPI).
Society 11 months ago
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Incentives vs. liability: Teachers question free meals role
Teachers have voiced concern over the government’s plan to have them oversee the free nutritious meal program, warning that, despite offered incentives, the added responsibility could distract from teaching and expose them to liability if food safety problems occur.
Society 1 year ago
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Quality, not quantity: Teachers push back against free meals expansion plan
Teachers and education observers are urging the government to focus on improving teachers' welfare and the quality of meals served to schoolchildren, as well as refocus on the program's original aim to tackle childhood stunting.
Society 1 year ago
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115 students cancel enrollment at Sekolah Rakyat, have been replaced: Minister
Students are resigning from Sekolah Rakyat for various reasons, with some opting for regular schools, some feeling unable to stand dormitory life or missing their families and some opting to take care of their parents at home.
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