Aggressive dogs ‘match owners’
Disagreeable people are more likely to prefer dogs associated with aggression, according to a study by psychologists.
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UK bids for Irish colleges rise
The number of UK students applying to study at universities in the Republic of Ireland has risen by 28%, according to preliminary figures.
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Schools ‘on track’ for new exams
A report into controversial changes to the Scottish secondary school exam system concludes they are on track to be fully implemented on time.
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Google funds computer teaching
The search firm’s chairman announces funds to place new computer science teachers in English schools.
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Call for school speaking lessons
The shadow education secretary Stephen Twigg has called for all state school pupils to be given lessons in public speaking and interview techniques.
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Pupils have lessons on the Queen
Primary school pupils in East London have special lessons to learn about the Queen, because so few have a grasp of the Diamond Jubilee.
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Sats test scoring angers heads
Head teachers in England criticise arrangements for scoring this year’s Sats tests taken by 11-year-olds.
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Business leaders doubt GCSE value
The Confederation of British Industry questions the value of GCSE qualifications, saying pupils narrow their options too early.
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Racist torment in the classroom
How bullying made girl’s school life a ‘daily torment’
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