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ONE YEAR ON: HAITIAN EDUCATION AFTER THE EARTHQUAKE
January 13th, 2011 posted by Ian Maull
On January 12th 2010, a catastrophic earthquake measuring 7.0 Mw struck the Caribbean island nation of Haiti, killing over 230,000 people. As well as the cost to human life, the quake also caused widespread infrastructural damage, destroying countless homes and businesses. Needless to say, educational establishments did not escape the damage. One year after the quake, we examine how the teachers and students of Haiti have struggled to overcome these setbacks and ensure an education for the young people of the island.
PLANS UNVEILED TO SET UP ONLINE UNIVERSITIES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
July 23rd, 2010 posted by Paul McWilliams
With the help of the World Computer Exchange, the online institution University of the People hopes to open communication centres in six developing countries over the next six months to allow students with internet access the chance to take courses completely tuition free, according to The Chronicle of Higher Education.
DEADLINE APPROACHING FOR HAITIAN STUDENT AID GRANTS
February 12th, 2010 posted by Ian Maull
Today is the last day that the Institute of International Education (IIE) will accept applications for emergency support for Haitian students in the US, with grants of up to $2,000 available for those most in need.
HAITI EARTHQUAKE: RESOURCES FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATORS
January 15th, 2010 posted by Ian Maull
A 7.0 earthquake hit an area near Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Thankfully, the Tsunami Watch for Haiti and neighbouring islands issued by the Pacific Tsunami Alert Center has expired. There is currently no clear estimate of casualties, but the Red Cross has issued a preliminary report and estimate that the earthquake has affected at least 3 million people. We extend our condolences and solidarity to the people of Haiti and to our colleagues in international education.
