2018 Education & Knowledge Events — Verified Historical Highlights
2018 Education & Knowledge Events — Verified Historical Highlights | TakeMeBack.to
- 07 Jan Iran Bans English in Elementary Schools: Iran's Education Minister imposed a nationwide ban on English language instruction in elementary schools, characterizing it as a 'West-led cultural invasion' and signaling a significant educational policy shift.
- 30 May European Commission Proposes Erasmus Programme Expansion: The European Commission suggests doubling Erasmus Programme funding, proposing a €30 billion budget for student exchange programs between 2021-2027 to enhance international educational opportunities.
- 23 Jun Chess Prodigy Achievement: Indian chess prodigy Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the second-youngest grandmaster in chess history at just 12 years, 10 months, and 13 days old.
- 13 Jul Ancient Henge Discovery in Ireland: Archaeologists discovered the outline of a 5,000-year-old henge at New Grange, Ireland, using innovative drone footage during a drought, providing new insights into prehistoric Irish settlements.
- 17 Jul Technological University Dublin Announced: Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced plans to establish Technological University Dublin in January 2019, merging three existing technology institutes - Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT) and Institute of Technology Blanchardstown (ITB).
- 18 Aug School Punishment Controversy in Philippines: A school official at Bicol Central Academy in Libmanan, Camarines Sur, Philippines, sparked outrage by burning students' bags as punishment for violating the school's no-bag policy.
- 11 Dec Student Protests in Albania: Students from thousands of schools in Albania protested against tuition fees at the University of Tirana, prompting government appeals for calm.
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