Latest education and career news from around the world — 8th September, 2020

Curated by the Knowledge Team of ICS Career GPS

EDUCATION NEWS / ARTICLES

International Literacy Day, Today

Despite progress made, literacy challenges persist with at least 773 million adults worldwide lacking basic literacy skills today. International Literacy Day (ILD) 2020 will focus on Literacy teaching and learning in the COVID-19 crisis and beyond with a focus on the role of educators and changing pedagogies.

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When learning is really remote: Students climb trees and travel miles for a cell signal

Around the globe, including in some of the world’s wealthiest countries, educators are struggling with how to best make distance learning viable during the pandemic. But in poorer countries like Indonesia, the challenge is particularly difficult.

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CAREER NEWS / ARTICLES

Pursuing growth with an MBA in health management / hospital management

The pandemic has made us realise ‘health is wealth’ in the most real sense of the term. While there may be a lot of different choices, an MBA in Healthcare Management is becoming a popular healthcare track for future leaders.

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This 2-minute mental habit can help you rebound from a tough day at work

No one said work was easy, but it doesn’t have to feel so punishing either, says Scott Mautz, as he shares a simple two-minute habit that he’s been using and teaching for many years now.

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