Elul 28, 5776, 10/1/2016
In today's headlines: תג בכותרות
 Israeli children head back to school2016-2017 school year opens for more than 2.2 million Israeli children as summer vacation ends. Israeli students win robotics prize in ShanghaiIsraeli students win the second prize at an international robotics competition which took place in Shanghai, China. Israel censors east Jerusalem textbooksThe Jerusalem Municipality is censoring textbooks designated for Arab students in eastern Jerusalem. Hasidic rabbis raise miilions to combat secularismRabbis are raising funds in London to combat a court case which would enforce secular education in families with one secular parent. Akunis walks out in protest of haredi school voteInformation Minister Ofir Akunis refuses to take part in vote to cancel core studies requirement in haredi schools. 'Bennett is a true friend of the haredim'Education Minister Naftali Bennett receives warm welcome from Belz hassidim at Jerusalem Beis Malka women's seminary. Future teachers will undergo personality testMinister of Education approves new condition that all future educators must pass a personality test. UK investigates ‘illegal Jewish schools’Education Department allegedly destroyed evidence of thousands of Jewish children studying in illegal religious schools in London. How to 'reframe' Israel - fairly and accuratelyPart II: A proposal to improve the new US-Hebrew school curriculum which currently 'reframes' Israel through Arab lenses. Report: Better-educated Israelis earn better moneyBetter-educated Israelis are doing better than their peers in other developed countries, an OECD report says. THE BOX CHILDTeach the child according to his ability - 'Darcho', and not "Darchem'-their methodology. Poll: Israeli Jews not comfortable with ArabicArabic language and culture do not interest Israeli Jews that much, a poll shows. 65% of Israeli teachers satisfied with their jobsStudy provides new hope for educational analysts, after July statistics showed sky-high teacher burnout. One size does not fit allTeaching every child how they learn best. 'Mahmoud Abbas is a Plucked Chicken'Education Minister Naftali Bennett advocates a no-holds barred policy toward not only Hamas, but the PA as well. Teachers Won't Strike, But Parents WillEducation Minister Naftali Bennett managed to avert a teachers' strike this year - but he hasn't been able to prevent a parents' strike.School Year Kicks Off with Series of ReformsNearly 2.2 million Israelis to begin school on Tuesday - and it may look very different from last year. Watch: 'High Fives' from Shimon PeresFormer Israeli President poses as high school student for video campaign promoting math, science education. Watch: A Peek Into the Classrooms of the FutureCould classrooms change beyond the traditional model of teacher-facing-classroom? Arutz Sheva investigates. Watch: 'It's Time for a Revolution in Education'AMIT network of schools promoting a change in education, says the role of teachers needs to change in today's technological age. Teacher Burnout At Record HighOne in four new teachers will switch professions within five years, Central Bureau of Statistics reveals. PA Incitement Report at BDS Teacher's CongressNGO presents report on hate at PA schools to World Congress of Education International in Canada, as the congress votes on BDS. Expert: 'Smartphone Culture' Kills Personalities'Smartphone culture' hindering children from learning building blocks of communication, psychologist Dr. Michael Abulafia argues. Study: Ethiopian-Israelis Lagging BehindWith a much lower average monthly income and gaps in education and employment, Ethiopian-Israelis have long way to go to full equality. Five Times More University Grads Than in 1990New stats show over 75,000 Israelis achieved academic degrees in 2014, five times the number who graduated in 1990. The Problem with the American Education SystemWhere does conduct come into the classroom? University professor reveals why he failed his entire class. Actor: Israel Beautiful Part of the WorldLeVar Burton of "Star Trek" fame visits Israel, participates in education through technology conference. Expert: Israel Has Unique Opportunity for StudentsFormer Director of Princeton Review says parents of younger Olim can find great opportunities for their kids if they know where to look. Touro's Dr. Alan Kadish Looks Back, ForwardDr. Alan Kadish, President and CEO of The Touro College and University System, is carrying on a legacy left by Dr. Bernard Lander. Rivlin: Bedouin Are 'Members of Our Family'President Reuven Rivlin met with Bedouin community officials to discuss ways to enhance ties between Jews and Bedouins. Lebanon: Children's Magazine Touts MartyrdomHezbollah children's magazine, with 30K issue per month circulation, provides practical terror tips, how to dodge land mines. MK Mozes:Shocked at Ignorance of Secular KidsYouths educated in the secular school system are shockingly ignorant of Jewish concepts and history, according to MK Eliezer Mozes. Court: Hareidi Schools May Ignore Gov't MeddlingThe Supreme Court upholds hareidi-religious schools' right not to teach core subjects. European Court: Mandatory Islam Classes 'Coercive'Ruling says Turkey's Sunni Islam classes 'violate educational freedoms'; PM counters program fights radicalization. Israel 4th Most Educated CountryOECD: Israel follows Russia, Canada and Japan, and is followed by the United States. Coloring Book on IS: Anti-Terrorism for Children?Controversial company rereleases coloring book on global jihad, calls IS 'evil.' Watch: Arutz Sheva TV's Daily EditionLeaders go south to open school year. Friends of the fallen begin to learn. U.S. congressmen in Israel. The principal who was in Gaza. Back to School: Israel's New Academic Year BeginsNew school year gets off to a mostly smooth start; schools in Taybeh remain closed to protest principle's murder. CBS: Schools Getting Better; Improvement SpottySchools in Israel have improved over the past several years, but a lot of the improvement depends on where you live. Chief Rabbi Lau Pushes Secular-Religious UnityRabbi Lau in largest education conference questions the concept 'secular,' says all people should be learned from. IDC Herzliya – An Innovative Approach to SuccessWhat makes one of Israel's top academic institutes tick? Israel Enters Somber Holocaust Memorial DayHolocaust Martyrs and Heroes Memorial Day will be officially inaugurated at 8 PM Sunday night.New Holocaust Curriculum Targets Kindergarten KidsThe government plans to implement a new education program on the Holocaust in Israeli schools, for children from kindergarten up.Religious and Secular Youth Intermix: Good or Bad?Should religious and secular Jewish youth intermix socially? Does a British Jewish school offer a template for coexistence in Israel? IDC's Scholarships - Enabling ExcellenceHow one of Israel's top academic institutions ensures everyone gets a fair chance. Praise for Chabad Schools' Emphasis on CompassionDeputy Minister: Chabad a model of how to teach giving, compassion, purpose. IDC: Hike and Bike to Connect to IsraelIDC's Jonathan Davis: Our students from abroad don't only sit and learn here, there's lots more. Defense Drill in Israeli Schools MondaySiren to sound at 10:05 am to begin the national defense drill; exercises, simulations to be held. Why do Religious Jewish Schools Lag in Science?Study finds religious Jewish high schools behind in science, Arab schools ahead. Researchers search for a solution. Akunis, Netanyahu Present Tablets to 94 Children'Computer for Every Child' government program gives underprivileged children new educational opportunities. Interview: Gush Katif Day in SchoolsArutz Sheva takes a look at how the Gush Katif Committee conveys the horror of the Disengagement to school children. All the Tools You Need to Succeed!Inter-Disciplinary Center in Herzliya offers a unique experience and endless opportunities. Rabbi: Eyal Golan Affair a Warning for ReligiousRabbi of Kiryat Shmona reacts to Eyal Golan affair, says it proves the society must invest in the youth: ‘The religious are not immune.’ PA to Swtich to Israeli Education SystemJerusalem municipality offered to increase salaries for teachers and principals who agree to implement the plans in their schools. Israel Jumps to 13th in Math OlympicsIsrael’s ‘Math Olympics’ team brings home six medals, brings Israel up in the listings. StandWithUS Counters Pro-Israel Montana CampaignFor the second time in 2013, StandWithUs is countering anti-Israel messages with pro-Israel posters in Montana. Hamas Bans Co-Ed Schools, Christians ConcernedA new law passed banning co-ed schools in Gaza leaves Christians fearful that their schools are in danger of closure. |
