Education
Is A level Psychology right for you?
Even if psychology isn’t your intended major, studying it for A levels helps develop strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
25 January 2024, 00:00 AM
MBBS admission test preparation tips shared by medical students
Medical students share MBBS admission test preparation tips.
24 January 2024, 13:28 PM
Good for students, good for teachers
If embraced by students, it has the potential to revolutionise their learning experience.
24 January 2024, 03:00 AM
New curriculum is detached from reality
It is surprising how the government has reacted, as this could have been an opportunity for them to use stakeholders' inputs and improve the curriculum further
24 January 2024, 01:00 AM
What it’s like to enjoy your major
The moment I express my passion for my major, I'm met with raised eyebrows.
4 January 2024, 00:00 AM
Nailing your university essays: The dos and don’ts
Making sure to stick to the prompt and ticking all your requirements can massively streamline your writing process.
28 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Our child labour issue needs urgent attention
Immediate policy action is required in order to reverse this increase in child labour.
28 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Has Awami League delivered on its promise of quality education for all?
In 2008, the party promised to achieve ambitious goals. So, what have we achieved after over a decade?
25 December 2023, 14:00 PM
Our outdated, inefficient higher education institutions
The world has never witnessed such unprecedented human-to-technology interactions.
19 December 2023, 01:00 AM
How we assess education matters
The competition aspect of educational assessment is meant for students to be ranked against their own prior achievement, not against their classmates.
14 December 2023, 04:00 AM
Why do we have so many GED Courses?
Even though the necessity of GEDs can’t be overstated, they still pose unique challenges to pupils.
14 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Keeping up with academics when you’re ailing chronically
Students who suffer from chronic illnesses are required to identify and maintain the equilibrium between their mental well-being and their academic responsibilities. In such cases, finding moments of respite can be instrumental in recharging one’s physical and emotional reserves, thus contributing to a more sustainable approach to academic endeavours.
14 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Why university students should consider using AI in research
While some may say that using AI is ethically dubious, popular research journals have already started conversations on how to use it.
14 December 2023, 00:00 AM
The unhealthy side of academic competition
While competitiveness amongst students can encourage more academic diligence, its darker side warrants more discussion.
12 December 2023, 00:00 AM
The curious case of study-with-me videos
Study-with-me videos are an interesting substitute that provide all the benefits of group study and none of the harm.
10 December 2023, 11:25 AM
Have universities figured out online learning?
There are many components of online learning that need to be further developed.
9 December 2023, 03:42 AM
The differences between the fields of Anthropology and Sociology
So, what sets Anthropology and Sociology apart? It is not just the subject matter but also the methodological approaches and ethical considerations.
7 December 2023, 09:29 AM
Are students still reeling from the pandemic?
Looking back, I realise the damage that those two years of home education had cost me across multiple domains, not just my mental health.
7 December 2023, 09:07 AM
The need for a clear research agenda
It goes beyond providing research funding and serves as a guiding framework, enabling the institutions to align research goals with broader national and global priorities.
4 December 2023, 03:00 AM
The alternatives to coaching in A levels
For most A level students in Dhaka, attending coaching classes is an immutable part of day-to-day life.
30 November 2023, 02:00 AM