Education
November 17, 2023
Harrison College Dominates Barbados Secondary Schools' Athletic Championship Cross Country Finals
Harrison College emerged as victorious champions in the boys' and girls' divisions at the Barbados Secondary Schools' Athletic Championship Cross Country Finals.
November 17, 2023
Parents Express Concerns Over Government's Junior College Proposal at Education Transformation Consultation
Learn about the concerns of some parents regarding the government's proposed introduction of junior colleges of excellence and their doubts about the cost and impact of the education reform process.
November 16, 2023
Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) Reopens After Temporary Closure for Repairs
The Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) announces the reopening of its campus on November 20 after temporary closure for repairs. Adjustments to the academic calendar have been made. For more information, visit www.sjpi.edu.bb or email info@sjpi.edu.bb.
November 15, 2023
National Independence Festival of Creative Arts' Film/Video Competition and Film Challenge Showcases Barbadian Filmmakers' Creativity
Discover the National Independence Festival of Creative Arts' (NIFCA) Film/Video Competition and Film Challenge, showcasing exceptional filmmaking talent from Barbados. Don't miss the award-winning films on November 18 and 19.
November 12, 2023
National Education Transformation Proposals: Addressing the Inequities in Barbados' Education System
Paula-Anne Moore discusses the proposed National Education Transformation Proposals in Barbados, expressing concerns about the lack of details, timing, and potential negative impact on the education system.
November 12, 2023
The Impact of the Internet on Literacy: Nobel Prize Winner Wole Soyinka Expresses Concerns
In a fireside chat at IATF 2023, Nobel Prize winner Wole Soyinka expressed his concerns about the negative impact of the Internet on literacy and the devaluation of real creativity.
November 11, 2023
St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Urges Focus on Soft Skills in Education, Calls for Response from CXC
"St. Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister urges regional education systems to prioritize developing soft skills alongside attaining CXC certificates, highlighting the importance of well-rounded education."
November 8, 2023
Former Minister of Education warns against rushed transformation of education system, citing potential for hodgepodge of madness
Former Minister of Education Ronald Jones warns against rushing education system transformation, suggesting instead to tweak problematic aspects and maintain a culture of excellence in schools.
November 7, 2023
Examining the Effects of E-Waste on Barbados' Environment: The Need for a Dedicated Policy
This article discusses the challenges of e-waste management in Barbados, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive and enforced policy to protect the environment and public health. It highlights the efforts of Caribbean e-Waste Management Inc. and suggests strategies such as conducting life cycle analyses, promoting second-life uses for EV batteries, and offering incentives for recycling. The author, Steven Williams, is the executive director of Sunisle Technology Solutions and a consultant in data privacy and management.
November 7, 2023
Call for University of the West Indies to Consider Offering Degree Program in Compliance
A compliance specialist has urged officials at the University of the West Indies to consider offering a degree program in compliance, calling it a profession of the future.
November 6, 2023
Teaching Moral Values in Schools: Pathway to Reducing Violence and Bullying, Says Anglican Dean
Teaching moral values in schools can reduce violence and bullying, according to Dr Jeffrey Gibson. Failure to do so may result in a society lacking moral direction.
November 4, 2023
East Indian Community in Barbados Calls for Inclusion of Their History in Future Educational Transformation System
The East Indian community in Barbados requests the Ministry of Education to incorporate their history into the curriculum of the future educational system, citing their contributions to nation-building and offering a book as a resource.