C.D. Throsby and K. Gannicott’s work, the “Quality of education in the South Pacific”, reviewed many island economies of the South Pacific and highlighted general problems as “many teachers in the region received no teacher training, with the use of unqualified staff being especially prevalent in more remote locations where it is difficult to attract […]
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Praise to God
How great are God’s riches! How deep are his wisdom and knowledge! Who can explain his decisions? Who can understand his ways? As the scripture says, “Who knows the mind of the Lord? Who is able to give him advice? Who has ever given him anything, so that he had to pay it back?” For […]
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Self-Respect
I still remember when Microsoft Word first came out. It was a revolution! Using word processor to create a simple letter without having to remember all the control keys was indescribable. Thank you, Bill Gates. It was like typing on a regular typewriter but better. It was faster, with spell check, beautiful fonts and points, […]
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Educational Planning: Environmental Scanning in Pacific Context
Environment scanning has become an invaluable means to achieve success in educational planning. This article purports to analyze the meaning of environmental scanning based on available literature as this is being confused by many, and followed with its significance for educational planning. The objectives of an environmental scanning system are defined by Coates as detecting […]
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Pacific Education: Numerous Challenges and Possible Remedies
Fiji’ National budget 2018-2019 has allocated $1-Billion this year for Fijian education which is nearly 22 percent of government expenditure. Consultations in Post Budget Road shows are underway in educational institutions. So, Fiji has realized the relevance of stimulating and enrichment of educational sector. Likewise, other Pacific Nations’ educational systems are influenced by the historical, […]
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SWOT Analysis in Educational Sector
Fiji’ General Election 2018 is around the corner, and the Fiji Government is conducting various Post Budget Road Shows on 2018-2019 at various educational institutions. Thus analysis of educational sector becomes paramount as large numbers of young voters will vote this year. Their feedback on educational themes is highly beneficial for strategic planning. The most […]