Teaching

There is no easy path forward or consensus on what should be done after the fighting ends.Israel and Hamas continue indirect talks on a cease-fire, but the gap between the sides remains wide, especially on two issues: the fate of Hamas leaders in Gaza and the length of any pause in fighting.The Times Opinion section…

Australia is the 3rd-largest destination for international students, after the UK and US. The climate, thriving cities, and employment opportunities draw people from around the world. Whether you already live in Australia or would like to sample some of the universities before committing to a full degree, online learning is a great way to get…

1. What Students Are Saying About What Kobe Bryant’s Death Means to ThemOn Jan. 26, the basketball legend Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, were among nine people killed in a helicopter crash. More than 350 teenagers paid tribute to them in our related writing prompt, and we published a selection of their comments…

Schools have been caught up in spirited debates over what students should — and should not — learn about the country’s history.

During these unprecedented times, teachers have been given the enormous responsibility of keeping students inspired and motivated. Now, more than ever, teachers have had to dig deep to fulfil their uniquely important role in society. From managing health and safety in the classroom to motivating students to learn from behind a screen, teachers have been…

Register for the live webinar on Thursday, Feb. 10 at 4 p.m. Eastern.From climate change and genetic engineering to space exploration and vaccine efficacy, science topics are at the heart of many of today’s biggest news stories. In this webinar, science educators will discuss how they use New York Times reporting and multimedia to connect…

The government of Bangladesh has big plans for digital and e-learning. It’s going to form a central part of the education system for years to come. What’s more, it’s already a popular way of learning in the country. Taking an online course can help develop skills and knowledge that can benefit your personal and professional…

E-learning is becoming increasingly popular to the people of South Africa. The country is home to the largest open distance e-learning university, and it’s hoped that digital learning can address some of the inequalities in education. Taking an online course can also help with personal and professional development. As such, we’ve outlined the 25 most…

Since the coronavirus first made headlines in November 2019, it has grown to impact almost every aspect of our daily lives in the UK and around the world.At FutureLearn, our goal is to provide everyone with access to learning, no matter where they live or what their circumstances. This has never been more important than…

I had no idea how the assignment would go, and, in all honesty, I didn’t think my creative writing students would be interested in writing something that seemed so formulaic. I thought the lessons would be boring.In the end, however, that couldn’t have been further from the truth. My students ended up loving the assignment,…