Luis von Ahn is a multi-talented individual, boasting titles such as a computer science professor, entrepreneur, and pioneer in crowdsourcing. Throughout his 20s, he managed to sell two successful companies to Google, and his latest project, Duolingo, is well on …
Two decades ago, polytechnics became universities, marking a joyous occasion. However, the move was not free from criticism and negativity that often came across as condescension. Nonetheless, ten years ago, things were better. When I moved from a Russell Group …
Many students contemplate whether to self-fund their PhD or pursue other means of financing. While self-funding allows for independence and control over the study process, it also comes with a considerably high price tag. Government-funded doctoral student loans are now …
Stuart Hall, a renowned British sociologist and cultural theorist, has passed away at the age of 82. A professor of sociology at the Open University from 1979 to 1997, Hall was a leading intellectual, writer, and politician who greatly influenced …
David Morgan, a sociologist who recently passed away at the age of 82 from cancer, revolutionized the study and comprehension of families. His debut book, "Social Theory and the Family," was influential for its acceptance of feminism, a highly unusual …
Official figures revealed that the highest amount of debt accumulated by a student in England is £189,700, prompting concerns about the negative psychological effects of such severe levels of debt on graduates. The Student Loan Company clarified that this sum …
Stephen, a science teacher at a secondary school in west London, vividly recalls the first time he received a text message from a student. The text, which arrived at 10:30 pm on a Friday, read "Sir u r fit." He …
Robert Silver, a talented researcher, lawyer, and journalist, has passed away at the age of 63 due to pulmonary disease. However, his legacy will be remembered for his exceptional gift for friendship and generosity of spirit.
During his early years, …
Val Plumwood passed away at the age of 68 after suffering a stroke. She was a prominent Australian environmental philosopher who lived her life on her own terms, often in defiance of dominant practices. Her book, Feminism and the Mastery …
For years, people have learned English through Hollywood movies and BBC dramas. But now, British monoglots have one less excuse for not reciprocating thanks to the new online tool called Language Learning With Netflix (LLN). LLN turns Netflix, the popular …