A mind when stretched by a new idea, never regains its original dimension." - Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.

As the gentle monsoon showers grace us with their presence, and the vibrant colours of upcoming festivals illuminate our lives, there's an undeniable sense of joy and celebration in the air. Amidst the joyous chaos, let's not forget that these moments are also the perfect backdrop for personal growth and educational exploration.

In the spirit of the season, we invite you to seize this opportune time to delve into the world of educational possibilities. While the raindrops create a soothing symphony outside, let's embark on a journey of discovery within, exploring the vast landscape of opportunities that education has to offer.

This weekend's edition of our newsletter is your passport to a global educational voyage. Unlock insights into the latest trends, innovations, and breakthroughs shaping the educational landscape worldwide. In this season of joy and reflection, let's not just revel in the festivities, but also use this time to nurture our intellectual curiosity. Join us as we curate a collection of handpicked articles, providing you with valuable insights to fuel your educational journey.

The monsoons and festivals are here, creating an atmosphere of celebration and inspiration. Embrace the educational downpour with us, and let this weekend be a celebration of both joy and knowledge. Happy reading!

Top Picks from Lurnable this week

Starred Articles

Mastering the Art of Self-Marketing: How to Sell Yourself in 30 Seconds during a Job Interview

Start practising your self-marketing pitch today and take your job interview performance to the next level! Remember, confidence and preparation are key. Discover

Featured Opportunities

Careers

Breaking Stereotypes: Alternative Career Paths for Social Work Graduates

Explore unconventional career paths for social work graduates, challenging stereotypes and highlighting diverse opportunities beyond traditional roles. Empower professionals to forge unique and impactful career trajectories with our article. Read on

Turning Memes Into a Living - Monetising Your Meme Creation

‍Dive into the world of viral internet meme creation! Learn how creative passion and a keen grasp of pop culture trends can let you build an audience—and even a career—around sharing your own unique internet humour and commentary as a professional meme creator. Explore

Institutions

Discover the Hidden Gems at Minerva University, San Francisco: A Truly Unique and Innovative Institution

Pioneering new pedagogies and state-of-the-art resources, Minerva University San Francisco redefines higher education, unlocking extraordinary academic possibilities through innovative approaches and a singular commitment to the student experience. Learn More

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Mastering the Art of Psychometric Analysis: How an MS in Psychometrics from Boston College Can Propel Your Career

Advance your career by unlocking the potential of psychometric analysis through Boston College's distinguished MS in Psychometrics. Read on

Hot Off the Press from Across the globe

Students Exploiting Accommodation Incentives Through Fake Bookings in the UK

In the UK, there is a growing trend of students booking private housing apartments just to obtain limited-time perks like gift cards without the intention to rent, costing providers resources and reflecting poorly on student integrity standards. Major UK student housing companies are responding with more stringent identity checks and tenancy commitments to address the issue.

New Alliance to Develop Skilled AUKUS Workforce for Nuclear Submarines

Defence companies Babcock, and HII have partnered with the University of Adelaide, Curtin University, and the University of NSW to establish the AUKUS Workforce Alliance to provide specialised training and research to prepare thousands of Australian engineers, maritime and nuclear professionals for supporting the sovereign nuclear submarine enterprise under the AUKUS agreement.

International Teachers Exempt from UK Visa Restrictions

The UK government has excluded international teachers and some other skilled professionals from tightened visa rules to address labour shortages, allowing schools to continue overseas teacher recruitment drives more easily.

UK Students' Core Skills Stagnate in OECD Study

The latest PISA results show that 15-year-old students in the UK have made little progress in key competencies like math, science and reading over the past decade, lagging behind international averages.

California to Mandate Media Literacy in Schools

California's new law requires media literacy instruction in public schools. The law aims to combat distrust in media and equip students with critical thinking skills for the digital age. Experts say media literacy is crucial to address the youth mental health crisis and misinformation online.

GATE 2024 Exam Dates Announced

The Graduate Aptitude Test for Engineering (GATE) 2024 will be conducted from February 3-11 in two sessions per day across multiple subjects, with an admit card release slated for January 3.

Enhancing Polytechnic Education in Malaysia: The Apex Transformation of Politeknik Ungku Omar

Politeknik Ungku Omar in Perak to become Malaysia’s first Accelerated Programme for Excellence (Apex) polytechnic through increasing accessibility, providing support for students with disabilities, enhancing curriculum relevance, and strengthening industry collaboration.

Singapore leads the way in global education rankings

The PISA Survey of 15-year-olds Educational Capabilities 2022 for Singapore showed that Singaporean students scored the highest in all three areas of the survey: mathematics, reading and science. This means that Singaporean students are the equivalent of almost three to five years of schooling ahead of their peers.

International Students Call for End to Canadian Work Hour Cap

The Canadian government policy that temporarily allows international students to work over 20 hours per week will expire on December 31, 2023. International students are calling for this uncapped work hours policy to be made permanent.

UK to Tighten Graduate Visa Program in Migration Crackdown

The UK Government reviews Graduate Route visa rules to limit migration, impacting international students and skilled worker salary thresholds despite higher education support.

IIT Delhi to Open Its First International Campus in Abu Dhabi

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) will open its first international campus in Abu Dhabi, UAE, in September 2024. The campus will initially offer a course on energy transition in January 2024, followed by a full program of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees in September 2024.

NIFT 2024 Entrance Exam Applications Open Now!

The application process for the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) 2024 entrance exam commenced on December 5th, 2023. Aspiring candidates can apply online through the official website nift.ac.in. The last date to submit the application form without a late fee is January 3rd, 2024. With a late fee, applications will be accepted till January 8th, 2024. The NIFT entrance exam is scheduled for February 5th, 2024.