How experimental should education be?

Article Abstract:

The teaching methods and goals of each of the ten Canadian provinces are listed. British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec and Prince Edward Island are firmly committed to the use of child-centered education methods. The other provinces emphasize basic education.

Cover Story, Education and state, Education policy

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Call for excellence

Article Abstract:

Canada has neglected its universities and colleges because the country does not understand the significance of a college education. Canada's colleges need to be able to differentiate themselves from one another to improve both education and research.

Evaluation, Education, Higher, Higher education

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A campus fire storm

Article Abstract:

Maclean's magazine's second annual ranking of Canada's colleges and universities has provoked criticism from those that did not fare well. The president of the top-ranked university said the ranking of schools was a good idea.

Publishing industry, Schools, Maclean's (Periodical)

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