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The study covers student experiences in onboarding, assessment, virtual learning environments, and blended and online learning.

Google search trends also mirror the Netherlands’ popularity among international students, with significant increases in searches for “studying in the Netherlands” and “studying in Amsterdam.”

The survey conducted by EdTech firm Chegg showed that only 20 percent of American students have started using generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT or OpenAI, in their academic activities. 

Global statistics highlight a concerning trend: 1 in 4 girls aged 15–19 falls into the Neither in Education, Employment, or Training (NEET) category. In India, this figure escalates to 1 in 2 (PLFS 2020). Barriers hindering the engagement of girls in STEM education and careers manifest across personal, institutional/structural, and social levels.

The study, involving over 3,500 urban white-collar workers, shows a 2.5-fold increase in appraisals and a 2.3-fold rise in promotion rates for those who upskilled in the past 3-5 years. Upskilling led to enhanced job security, particularly benefiting women returning from career breaks with a 4.8-fold improvement in career stability.

Demographic shifts and increased demand for healthcare services have exacerbated the nursing shortage crisis. InSpring, headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, acts as a global platform for talent mobility, connecting international students with high-demand career opportunities in the US.

Omtzigt, a prominent Member of Parliament and leader of the New Social Contract party, has expressed concern over a potential labor shortage in the Netherlands within the next five years attributing this concern to a significant number of students at Dutch universities completing their qualifications in English and subsequently returning to their home countries.

The report reveals a surge in student visa applications in major English-speaking countries and identifies significant competition from non-Anglophone markets. Key challenges include the need for skilled workers in health and STEM, aligning education with job market demands, and addressing housing shortages and policy changes.

This development marks the first instance of a UNESCO Category 1 Institute for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics being located in China.

Inspired by Harvard’s AI assistant, Professor Viswanath and his teaching assistant, Tianle Cai created Blockie, a similar program for their engineering classes. The advanced course focuses on teaching foundational design and algorithmic principles of blockchains, a technology database enabling secure information sharing such as data and financial transactions.

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