Parents of students at an Oyo State university and operators of private tutorial centers have petitioned the federal government for assistance amid ongoing accreditation disputes and institutional instability. The appeals highlight growing concerns over academic continuity and educational quality in the affected institutions.
A professor argues that education has become a luxury in Romania, with high school admission exams deepening inequalities and favoring only those who can afford private tutoring.
Families are spending significant amounts on private tutoring, with a growing trend towards targeted sessions before exams rather than continuous support.
The owner of a defunct Hong Kong private tutorial centre has been sentenced to six years and four months in jail for molesting five boys on the premises and filming some of the offenses.
A growing trend in Lithuania shows parents seeking private tutors for children as young as kindergarten age, indicating early signs of academic struggles. Experts suggest that difficulties observed in preschool often predict future challenges in school, challenging the belief that children will simply "grow out of it."
Nikolay Peev, creator of an educational platform, highlights significant issues within the Bulgarian education system, particularly concerning private lessons. He notes that the private tutoring market largely operates in the dark, lacking transparency regarding payments and teaching quality, affecting over 150,000 children annually.
A Hong Kong private tutor, convicted of orchestrating a failed murder plot against his business partner, had his 27-year jail sentence reduced by three years but lost his appeal against conviction.
Greek TV host Giorgos Liagas publicly revealed that he was sexually harassed by a private tutor when he was 16-17 years old. He recounted that his father initially did not believe his account.
A practical guide explores how artificial intelligence, particularly ChatGPT, can serve as an effective private tutor for students when properly configured, despite concerns that unfiltered access might negatively impact academic performance.
The increasing prevalence of private tutoring in Greece is reportedly undermining the effectiveness of ongoing school reform initiatives, raising concerns about educational equity and the public education system.
One-third of secondary school students in Portugal utilize private tutoring, with an average monthly expenditure of 126 euros, contributing to a market exceeding 300 million euros annually and raising concerns about educational inequalities.
Police in Mayurbhanj district detained a residential school tutor after a health checkup revealed a minor student was pregnant, sparking outrage and legal proceedings.
A new report from the Vienna Chamber of Labour (Arbeiterkammer Wien) reveals that one in three children in Austria receives private tutoring, with an increasing trend even in primary schools. Parents spend an average of 72 euros per month.
The director of Vilnius Lyceum has openly expressed his opinions regarding the practice of children attending private tutoring sessions, as the new school year approaches.
Three Romanian families from Bucharest and Constanța shared the significant costs they incurred for private tutoring for their children's 8th-grade National Evaluation exam.
A report indicates that half of all students in Spain receive private lessons, with language instruction being the most sought-after subject, particularly during primary school.
A Hong Kong private tutorial center owner has pleaded guilty to molesting five boys and filming some of the offenses, claiming he acted out of curiosity.
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Hong Kong has surpassed Switzerland to become the world's largest cross-border wealth management hub, according to a BCG report. This shift signifies a major development in global financial markets.
A proposal to introduce English classes from first grade in South Korea has reignited a decades-old debate on whether it will reduce private tutoring costs or increase competition among young children.
Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing private lessons in Greece, enhancing personalized learning while highlighting the enduring and irreplaceable role of human educators.
An opinion piece by Susana Peralta argues that the system of private tutoring in Portugal, costing a million euros a day, fosters educational inequalities and undermines the public school system.
Private tutors in South Korea are teaching semiconductor basics and helping students polish their CVs, as hopefuls seek to join the lucrative chipmaking sector.
A recent survey indicates that one-third of students in Austria receive private tutoring, with a notable increase among elementary school children. Families spend an average of 720 euros annually on tutoring, a slight decrease from previous years.
Deborah Franklin, a private tutor in Hertfordshire, has been found guilty of child sex abuse and faces jail time after tying a boy to a bed and subjecting him to repeated sexual activity.
A former teacher, now a private tutor, was stabbed by her nephew-in-law inside her residence in Roxas town, Oriental Mindoro, on July 3, with police reporting the incident on July 5.
The UAE has launched a new initiative offering free work permits for private tutors, with details released on the eligibility criteria, requirements, and the application process for individuals interested in this opportunity.
The private tutoring market in Bulgaria has grown to a quarter of a billion euros, indicating that private lessons are no longer supplementary but an integral part of the educational process for many students.
The body of a private tutor was discovered in a sack in Chapainawabganj, Bangladesh, with authorities suggesting the motive for the killing was the theft of gold earrings. The incident has prompted a police investigation.
A reader's opinion piece suggests that standardized tests sort students early into different levels and encourage parents to purchase private tutoring, rather than genuinely improving learning outcomes.
A mathematics teacher from Marijampolė, Audrius Miliauskas, openly discussed why private tutoring is flourishing, attributing the issue to the overly broad nature of general education programs in schools.
Police in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district have arrested a private tutor for allegedly killing his 14-year-old student after her family had warned him about his advances.