A recent study finding computer-based learning in the classroom doesn't seem to improve reading test scores -- and by implication learning -- will serve as ammunition for those who demand that schools "get back to the basics'' of teaching.
While the ...
DATE: Aug 16, 2000 | CATEGORY: Other | AUTHOR: Ahmed Elamin
managed manufacturing companies in the world.
The list produced by IndustryWeek magazine defines a "best-managed'' manufacturing company as one that "excels not only financially but also sets the standard in areas of innovation, leadership, globalisa...
scholarships and teacher training awards to 15 young Bermudians.
Mr. Scott gave an impromptu speech to the students and their families in a ceremony held at CedarBridge Academy, praising them and encouraging them to assist other young people now in t...
DATE: Aug 15, 2000 | CATEGORY: Other | AUTHOR: Patrick Burgess
being educated on the conservation of marine turtles.
The Bermuda Turtle Project (BTP) is led by Dr. Peter and Dr. Anne Meylan, scientific directors for BTP.
Co-ordinator Jennifer Gray said the course promotes the conservation of marine turtles throu...
Human Rights Commissioners now have greater powers to investigate discrimination after Senators yesterday passed a Human Rights Amendment which now includes discrimination against women with children, pregnant women, a wider definition of disabilitie...
DATE: Aug 15, 2000 | CATEGORY: Other | AUTHOR: Patrick Burgess
prescription of heroin to addicts.
And he has pledged to boycott compulsory drugs testing for MPs, passed on Friday, to draw attention to the futility of the current war.
Mr. Robinson said it was inevitable that young people would experiment with dru...
the "congenial atmosphere'' surrounding the new contract signed on Friday.
During the next two years, backdated to October last year, officers will get a six percent increase. The increase is granted in two three percent increments.
A highlight of th...
Just months after breaking into the first team of his Island soccer side, teenager Raymond Beach has landed a three-year scholarship at English First Division outfit, Preston North End.
The move represents a meteoric rise for the 16-year-old who was ...
the second of two parts, former Premier Sir John Swan continues his prescription for improving public schools, beginning with the need for improved forms of social development.
We need to do more to improve the circumstances that stand between our ch...
items for inclusion in the Bermuda National Gallery's forthcoming exhibition, Made in Bermuda, she was already familiar with locally made silverware, but had no idea what items she would find during her two-day whirlwind "treasure hunt.'' By her own...
