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India: Teacher grooves to ‘Lutt Putt Gaya’ with students, internet loves it
In a delightful turn of events, Shah Rukh Khan has once again captivated his fans, this time with his latest blockbuster, Dunki, following the success of Pathaan and Jawan. The film, which has garnered glowing reviews, has proven to be a box office sensation, amassing a staggering Rs 350 crore domestically. While stellar performances are […]
Read MoreAustralia: Where are all the male teachers and nurses?
We know there needs to be more women in senior corporate and political positions, but gender equality should also include teaching and nursing. NAPLAN results show that boys are performing poorly at school. Among the many reasons is the need for more male teachers, especially at infant school level where men make up less than […]
Read MoreMore men working in child care in Norway, Germany and USA
Norway Norway has 10% men in ECEC now. The topic is discussed in the media again, after publication of a new book by Kari Emilsen & co-authors. In Norway, men in ECEC has been a success story, but in the past years the government has not developed any new initiatives. The authors conclude: “If we […]
Read MoreConference: A Man For All Reasons
On Monday, April 15, 2024, at 8:30 AM, we will kick off this empowering event in the vibrant city of Vancouver, BC, Canada. Men and women from all walks of life are invited to participate and share their experiences, stories, and perspectives on caregiving. Throughout the day, we will hold engaging discussions, interactive workshops, and […]
Read MoreLess than 1% of preschool teachers in Singapore are men – this 24-year-old male teacher asks, ‘Why?’
Andre Joachim Fernandez is 24 years old. He loves drums, football and Spiderman. He is also a preschool teacher at Star Learners Child Care, taking care of more than 20 young children aged between five and six. Yes, he’s a guy’s guy in the traditionally female-dominated world, this one being early childhood education. In Singapore, […]
Read MoreEngland: Can we double the number of men in childcare?
Just 3 per cent of the Early Years workforce are men – but London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) is bucking the trend with over 8 per cent of their workforce being male. LEYF actively recruits men and values the dynamic they bring to children’s experience during early childhood. The aim is to have at least […]
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