Progress Bulgaria’s Post

There is a common belief that a teacher’s professional growth plateaus after the first few years of teaching. Research by Rice (2003), Hanushek and Luque (2003), and Rockoff (2004) support this, suggesting a steep learning curve in the first three to five years, followed by a leveling off. However, resent research challenges this view. A review by Podolsky et al. (2019) indicates that teacher effectiveness can continue to improve throughout a career. Supporting ongoing teacher development is crucial. Effective CPD positively impacts teacher performance and student outcomes. Policymakers, researchers, and school leaders must ensure all teachers have access to high-quality CPD, regardless of their level of experience. In summary, while teacher development may slow after the initial years, it does not stop. Continuous professional growth is possible and should be a priority for the education sector. For more information on how an effective CPD looks like, I would recommend everyone to read the research published by Education Endowment Foundation:

4 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗪𝗲 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗼 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲 Is education policy something I should consider for my children? Or should I rely on savings and my income to fund their education? When choosing to purchase a cover or not, it’s good to note these 4 things; 1️⃣ 𝗪𝗲’𝘃𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝘁 𝗡𝗼 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 When most of us were studying, our parents had tracts of land, and livestock, among other properties. During our university days, it was common for parents to divide and sell part of their land to settle school fees. Unfortunately, things have changed today and most of us don’t have those large tracts of land. As a result, we do not have a backup plan for our children’s school fees if we lose our income. 2️⃣ 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝘆𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 Are you familiar with the fundraisers that villagers organized when a child received a university admission letter? If yes, then you know villagers were excited about such events and were willing to support one of their own to acquire an education. Unfortunately, things don’t work the same nowadays. Very few people turn up and the amount raised is usually less than the tuition fee. 3️⃣ 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗮𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 The tuition fee amounts keep increasing by the day. A simple comparison of the university education between today and 2018 will shock you. If you research the same you will learn that the tuition fee has increased by 2 or more times the initial amount. Without prior planning, it’s easy for your child to lose a learning opportunity. Furthermore, education keeps getting more and more expensive! 4️⃣ 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 Death is not a respecter of persons it comes anytime and leaves some without parents. As a parent with children relying on you to educate them, you should build a plan that will ensure your children complete their education whether you’re present or not. Unlike the generation before us, we have all odds against us! As a result, we must embrace robust measures to see our children through their education goals. Are you ready to secure your children’s education?

Despite some noises in the media, going to university continues to be a brilliant option for the vast majority of people. Higher education transforms lives for the better and graduate outcomes remain strong! As we are coming to the end of results day, I just want to reflect on some of the unsung heroes who are supporting those from less advantaged backgrounds access university - namely those charities who either have the mission to enable widening participation, or who support specific disadvantaged groups. At the UPP Foundation we have been lucky enough to support and fund some of these organisations. They include: The Brilliant Club, Villiers Park Educational Trust and The Access Project who do great work on fair access to university for those from poorer backgrounds. Get Further who provide tutoring in English and Maths to those retaking their GCSEs - vital to enable people to progress with their education, including access to university. National Network for the Education of Care Leavers and Become who do sterling work to support those who have experienced care go to and succeed at university. Unlock - for people with criminal records who provide a second chance for those who have criminal records - including access to HE. There are many other fabulous charities and civil society groups who we have not yet been lucky enough to fund and support, but on behalf of the UPP Foundation I want to say a big thank you to everyone who works or volunteers as mentors/tutors for these vital organisations - you make a real difference! #resultsday #university #wideningparticipation #highereducation

An interesting case study by our Advocate Partners, The Forum on Education Abroad and EF Study Abroad. Take a moment to read more. #AdvocatePartners #Leadership #IntlEd #EducationAbroad #StudyAbroad

The Forum on Education Abroad did a case study on the Future Nobel Laureates Program. Check it out! My favorite takeaway was "Even experienced professionals and organizations need to update and re-evaluate their policies from time to time (5.1.2). Having strong, clear policies in place is a foundation for strong relationships and clear expectations between partner organizations and between program faculty/staff and program participants." Also, applications are now open for this awesome international scholarship! (see post below)

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Question: "Why do some universities offer elective courses called SOPHIA where completing them doesn't affect a student's GPA, only their overall credits? This seems unfair and like a money-making scheme for schools that are supposed to be nonprofit. The U.S. Department of Education may need to investigate #colleges like Capella University et al who engage in such practices. #collegesanduniversities should rethink their policies on grading for courses that require the same effort and learning, regardless of whether they're paid or free." https://lnkd.in/eJDMaYUq

🌟 Happy Schools International Online course - HSIO 🌟 🙏 Your support will positively impact the wellbeing of thousands of teachers and children worldwide. Join our crowdfunding campaign to ensure free and equal access for professionals in the global educational community. Every contribution counts! 🔗 Donate on GoFundMe : https://lnkd.in/gpwTX74f 💖 We are also Happy to present the Poster we made for the International Symposium in Bhutan "Reimagining Education" 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ebxfrfYb The poster gives a visual and dynamic overview of the Course. It can be read from top to bottom, starting from what we contribute to (our vision and the expected outcomes of our commitment); or from bottom to top, presenting our mission, the structure of the Happy School program with the three modes of care, the key elements of the Socio-Emotional Learning (SEL) framework, the scientific foundations of our approach to teachers so that they can embody, mobilize and transfer these skills to children and adolescents, and the impact on both, teachers and children. It can also be read from left to right: On the left, we explain how we intend to manifest our mission in the service of our vision. In the center, we explain the what, how and why, we develop such programs in schools, having the children at the center of our attention and intention, and the teachers as the main source of change. 💚 Thank you for your interest. Applications are now closed. We would be delighted to have you join the course next year ! Year 1 (the pilot phase) - Explore, learn, and enhance socio-emotional skills - Provide feedback to improve the course and education - Create educational materials for peers and contribute to the next edition Eurasia Learning Institute For Happiness and Wellbeing Edith FAVOREU, Phd Julia Leyris Tho Ha Vinh PhD #HappySchools #HSIO #EducationForAll #Wellbeing  #EurasiaEducation #TransformEducation #SEL #socialemotionalskills

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