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Best Coding Bootcamps for Future Developers

13Nov

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Best Coding Bootcamps for Future Developers

In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, aspiring developers seek efficient and immersive ways to acquire essential coding skills. Coding bootcamps have emerged as a popular choice for individuals eager to enter the programming world. This comprehensive guide unveils the top coding bootcamps for aspiring developers in 2023, providing valuable insights to help you make an informed decision. Navigating the Coding Bootcamps Landscape Embarking on a coding journey requires careful consideration of various factors. From the curriculum and teaching methodologies to post-graduation support, choosing a coding bootcamp is pivotal in shaping your success as a developer. This guide navigates through the diverse coding bootcamp landscape, highlighting key aspects to consider when deciding. ...

10Nov

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Remote Work Art Mastering

In the dynamic realm of remote work, a deeper understanding of crucial skills is paramount. Our curated list of online courses goes beyond the basics, providing a profound exploration of essential competencies to thrive in virtual work environments. Online Courses for Remote Work Skills Communication Mastery in Virtual Teams Immerse yourself in the intricacies of virtual communication, where the digital landscape requires finesse and understanding. This course is designed to go beyond the basics, exploring advanced strategies that foster collaboration within remote teams. Participants will refine their ability to craft clear and impactful digital messages, which is essential for effective communication in virtual environments. The emphasis is on cultivating a nuanced s...

Kiambu: Teacher In Court For Allegedly Circulating KCPE Exam Papers

30Oct

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Kiambu: Teacher In Court For Allegedly Circulating KCPE Exam Papers

A Kiambu teacher who was arrested Thursday on allegations of circulating national examination papers has pleaded not guilty after he was arraigned in Nairobi on Monday. Appearing before Senior Principal Magistrate Benard Ochoi, Nicholas Ngumbau was accused of opening 10 accounts on WhatsApp and Telegram, where he was reportedly selling KPCE examination papers at Ksh.1,500 and Ksh.2,000 for papers that allegedly came with a marking scheme. The court ordered Ngumbau to deposit a cash bail of Ksh.100,000 and provide one contact person or an alternative Ksh.200,000 bond with two sureties. The teacher was arrested last Thursday in the Gikambura area in Kiambu after detectives infiltrated his groups posing as students seeking to purchase the examination papers. The case will be mentioned on ...

CBC Should Refine Challenges Of Inequality, Says Former Mandera Senator Billow Kerrow

30Oct

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CBC Should Refine Challenges Of Inequality, Says Former Mandera Senator Billow Kerrow

Former Mandera Senator Billow Kerrow has emphasized the need to address challenges in the implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) to ensure equitable access to quality education. During a recent appearance on Citizen TV’s Daybreak show early Monday, the political economist highlighted the disparities in institutions' capabilities to facilitate the CBC. Billow expressed hope that the CBC would usher in a new era of education, but he cautioned against inequalities similar to those observed under the previous 8-4-4 system. “I hope the CBC will be different depending on what we have been told. There are institutions which have tools necessary for the CBC; those things will create the inequalities we have seen in the 8-4-4,” he said. ...

CS Machogu Dismisses Reports On School Fees Increment

30Oct

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CS Machogu Dismisses Reports On School Fees Increment

Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu has allayed fears that there will be school fees increments for secondary schools. This follows reports indicating that there is a proposal to increase school fees for the year 2023/2024 which attracted censures from leaders. Dismissing the report on Monday, CS Machogu said that the school fees will remain the same until further notice. "Also to assure Kenyans that your government is not increasing the fees when they go to Form One and all of them who are here are going to be placed in Form One," said Machogu. "It is Ksh. 53,000 for national schools and extra-county schools and Ksh.45,000 for county schools and it is going to remain as such." Machogu was speaking at Kikuyu Township Primar...

President Ruto Prays For KCPE, KPSEA Candidates As He Oversees Exams Kick-Off

30Oct

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President Ruto Prays For KCPE, KPSEA Candidates As He Oversees Exams Kick-Off

President William Ruto has encouraged all students undertaking their Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) and Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) examinations to do their best. Speaking at Kikuyu Township Primary School in Kiambu County on Monday, President Ruto assured the students that the government has created a conducive environment to ensure a seamless transition into the next education levels. "I see you are ready," he said as he oversaw the exams kick-off. "To all candidates who are doing this exam today, I wish you all the best and success in these exams. As you go into the exam room know that you are not alone so be confident, do your best, and carry out the exams knowing that we have an opportunity for eve...

30Oct

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KPSEA and KCPE Exams Kick Off

Candidates in class eight and those in grade six will today begin their Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) and Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) examinations. The exercise has already kicked off countrywide as Education ministry officials and exam supervisors availed themselves at exam collection centres this morning. President Ruto is expected to oversee the exercise in Kikuyu, Kiambu County on Monday morning. Other leaders will also visit various examination centres to oversee distribution of examination materials. Education PS Belio Kipsang has assured all candidates that all is good, to ensure all registered learners sit their exams. “This is our last KCPE and we will not want any child to be disadvantaged. We have directed all officers to ensure all chi...

Amabuko Secondary School Students Hospitalised With Stomach Pains, Diarrhoea Now Stable

17Oct

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Amabuko Secondary School Students Hospitalised With Stomach Pains, Diarrhoea Now Stable

All 174 students from Amabuko Secondary School in Masaba, Kisii County, who had been admitted to various hospitals over food poisoning complications are in stable condition. Masaba South sub-county Health director Dr. Evans Monda has confirmed that many of the students have been discharged with only a few remaining in hospital. Dr. Monda added that the cause of the complications has however not been established as medics are still collecting samples of the food the students ate for laboratory examination. Speaking to Egesa FM on Tuesday morning, Monda urged parents to remain calm and there is no reason for panic. "Most of them have already gone back to school it is only a few who were left because they had other issues," he sa...

Ministry Of Education Releases 2024 Schools’ Calendar

13Oct

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Ministry Of Education Releases 2024 Schools’ Calendar

The Ministry of Education on Friday unveiled the 2024 calendar for pre-primary, primary, and secondary schools as well as teachers’ training colleges. The pre-primary, primary, and secondary schools will open for the first term on January 8, 2024 and close on April 5, 2024 after 13 weeks of learning. In between, however, they will have a three-day half term break from February 29 to March 3, before a three-week holiday at the end of the term from April 8-26. Term two will run for 14 weeks, commencing on April 29 and ending on August 2, with half term set for June 20-23. The learners will afterwards go on holiday for another three weeks beginning August 5-25. The final term of the year will last 9 weeks from August 26 to October 25, paving way for the Kenya Primary School Education Ass...

Exclusive,Millicent Cassianes: Kenyan Teacher Shortlisted For Ksh.148M Varkey Foundation Prize

2Oct

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Exclusive,Millicent Cassianes: Kenyan Teacher Shortlisted For Ksh.148M Varkey Foundation Prize

Millicent Cassianes: Kenyan Teacher Shortlisted For Ksh.148M Varkey Foundation Prize Kenyan teacher Millicent Cassianes has been nominated for the prestigious Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize 2023, which carries a cash prize of $1 million USD. Cassianes, who teaches at the BL Tezza Special School for the Deaf in Karunga, Kenya, is one of 50 people shortlisted for the prize, which is organized in collaboration with UNESCO and in strategic partnership with Dubai Cares, a global philanthropic organization based in the UAE. The Kenyan teacher was chosen from over 7,000 nominations and applications received from over 130 countries around the world. The prize will now be narrowed down to the top ten finalists, who will be announce...