Tag Archives: Education

26Oct/26

Why Carrots and Sticks Destroy Motivation

October 26, 2026Business1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Academic disciplines, Alexander Eckes, Articles, Autonomy, Chu, Education, Educational psychology, Educational technology, Edward Deci, Human behavior, Industrial and organizational psychology, Leadership, Learning, Matthias Wilde, Motivation, Natalia Hofferber, Overjustification effect, Pedagogy, Praise, Reeve, Self-determination theory, Zhuangziadmin

Cultivating Autonomous Minds: Why External Incentives Undermine Deep Learning

Mon, July 26 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Ancient wisdom and modern psychological science converge on a fundamental truth: relying on external incentives like rewards and punishments represents a flawed foundation for genuine learning and human development. The ancient Chinese Daoist philosopher Zhuangzi famously observed that “rewards and punishment is the lowest form of education,” criticizing external carrots and sticks for treating individuals like animals driven by force rather than self-directed minds. Zhuangzi argued that external controls transform learning into a mere transactional exchange, replacing authentic curiosity and spontaneous inner transformation (ziran) with superficial compliance and fear. Demonstrating his commitment to personal freedom over external status, Zhuangzi famously rejected a prime ministership, choosing the unconstrained “mud” of an ordinary life over the gilded captivity of royal favor. Centering education around external rewards assumes that learners possess no internal direction, thereby extinguishing their natural drive toward mastery and moral self-cultivation. Continue reading →

22Oct/26

How AI Is Dismantling Factory Classrooms

October 22, 2026TechnologyAdaptive learning, Articles, Artificial intelligence, Brazil, Carl Rogers, Computational neuroscience, Distance education, Education, Educational psychology, Educational technology, Information technology, Intelligence, Intelligent tutoring system, John Dewey, Paulo Freire, Schwerdt, Technology, Wright Mooreadmin

Reclaiming the Purpose of Schooling: Why AI Can Automate Information Processing but Never Replace Human Mentorship

Wed Oct. 21, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence in compulsory and higher education has transformed instructional delivery through adaptive learning systems, automated assessment tools, and virtual tutoring platforms. These algorithmic engines excel at administrative automation, personalized pacing, and instant feedback on rule-based tasks. However, defining schooling merely as downloading information or completing standardized tasks risks outsourcing genuine cognitive development to automated tools. Grounding educational practice in foundational philosophy demonstrates that true schooling extends far beyond static data retrieval; it is fundamentally an endeavor of human formation, moral character, civic responsibility, and emotional maturity. Continue reading →

15May/25

US Families Relocating to Europe Seek Tutoring Support

May 15, 2025EconomyAdam Caller, Education, Learning, Oxford, Oxford OX2 7HT, Teaching, Tutoring, Tutors International, United Kingdom, United Statesadmin

May 15, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — This is a press release from Tutors International, a private tutoring company, announcing a recent increase in enquiries from US families moving to Europe or the UK. The company attributes this rise to American families seeking lifestyle changes, cultural enrichment, or job flexibility abroad and highlights the key challenges families face Continue reading →

14Oct/24

NAGA Expands Global Financial Education: Bringing Educational Resources to Every Trader!

October 14, 2024FinanceEducationadmin

NAGA is excited to announce a major expansion of its financial education initiative, designed to provide knowledge and real-time insights to traders globally. By assembling a team of seasoned professionals with experience from some of the world’s most respected financial institutions, NAGA ensures that every user has access to top-tier education—no matter their background or location. Continue reading

16Oct/23

Sir Anthony Seldon Launches AI in Education – Britain’s First School-Led Initiative To Harness AI For The Benefit of All Learners

October 16, 2023TechnologyArtificial intelligence, Computational neuroscience, Cybernetics, Data science, Education, READING, Teacher, United Kingdomadmin

AI in Education is Britain’s first, and a globally pioneering, cross-sector body committed to ensuring AI benefits everyone involved in education – from students (especially the most vulnerable), teachers and governors to parents and the wider society. Continue reading

10Jun/23

Digital Apprenticeships Launch to Bridge U.K. Tech Skills Gap

June 10, 2023Developers2U, 2U Inc., Apprenticeship, Articles, Department for Education, Education, EdX, Learning management systems, Online education, Open educational resources, Training, United Kingdomadmin

edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), today announced an initiative with EdAid, the U.K.-based educational organization recently-appointed as a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, and Northwest Education and Training LTD (NWEAT), EdAid’s newly-acquired apprenticeship training provider, to offer digital apprenticeships in high-demand tech fields. The program, which draws from the Department of Education’s (DfE) apprenticeship levy, combines NWEAT’s training expertise with edX’s online learning platform to help adults across the U.K. gain the skills and experience needed to pursue a career in tech. Continue reading

15May/23

Mpelembe Secondary School

May 15, 2023InnovationEducation, Education in the United States, Inclusion, Kitwe, Mpelembe Secondary School, Segregation, Special education, Zambiaadmin

15 May 2023 /Business/ — Mpelembe Secondary School is a Catholic school located in Kitwe, Zambia. It was founded in 1983 and currently has an enrollment of over 900 students. The school is run by the Zambia Episcopal Conference (Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops). Continue reading →

04May/23

Megan and Harry will correct racism

May 4, 2023CelebrityArticles, Color, Discrimination, Education, Harry, Hatred, Human behavior, Humans, Inclusion, Kinship and descent, London, Meghan, Pigment, Race and society, Racism, Social constructionism, Social inequality, United Statesadmin

London, May 4, 2023 /Lifestyle/ — The coronation will not be complete without Meghan and Harry. The couple has faced racism and discrimination since they first began dating, and their decision to step back from royal duties was in part due to the stress of dealing with these issues. It is important to remember that Meghan is a biracial woman, and her experiences with racism are real and valid. The royal family should do more to address the issue of racism within its ranks, and to support Meghan and Harry as they continue to work for change. Here are some specific ways that the royal family can correct racism: Continue reading →

20Apr/23

Why universities should return to oral exams in the AI and ChatGPT era

April 20, 2023TechnologyAcademia, Australia, Central Queensland University, Creative Commons, Education, Educational assessment, Educational psychology, Ken Purnell, Norway, Oral communication, Oral exam, Prelims, Psychometrics, SHUTTERSTOCK, Stephen Dobson, Testsadmin

Stephen Dobson, CQUniversity Australia

Imagine the following scenario.

You are a student and enter a room or Zoom meeting. A panel of examiners who have read your essay or viewed your performance, are waiting inside.

You answer a series of questions as they probe your knowledge and skills. You leave. The examiners then consider the preliminary pre-oral exam grade and if an adjustment up or down is required.

You are called back to receive your final grade.

This type of oral assessment – or viva voce as it was known in Latin – is a tried and tested form of educational assessment.

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14Apr/23

African American Irish Diaspora Network and the Council on International Educational Exchange Create Scholarship for African Americans to Intern in Ireland

April 14, 2023BusinessAcademic disciplines, Articles, California Institute for Energy and Environment, CIEE, Education, International education, Ireland, Irish diaspora, Irish peopleadmin

The African American Irish Diaspora Network (AAIDN) and the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) have partnered to launch the AAIDN/CIEE Intern Scholars in Ireland Program for African American college students. Nearly forty percent of African Americans have Irish ancestry, according to some researchers, and African Americans share many other cultural, historic and social justice affinities with Ireland. Beginning in 2023, the AAIDN/CIEE Intern Scholars in Ireland Program will provide a life-changing opportunity for Scholars to explore their heritage, provide international business experience, and polish tangible work skills that will aid them in their future career.
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