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Christoph Wiederkehr
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Domestic Policy
Longer primary school in Austria planned
Read nowMore than 40 schools in Austria want a longer primary school. Children should learn together there for 6 years.
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Criticism of new plans for schools
Read nowFrom autumn, schools have new rules for lessons. Teachers find the planning bad. Important information is missing.
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Less Latin required at universities
Read nowUniversities want to end the Latin rule for many subjects. This includes medicine, law and teacher training.
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New rules for small schools
Read nowAustria wants to save small schools. More schools must work together. Teachers lose a special right.
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State of teachers in Austria and Germany
Read nowA new study shows the state of teachers. Many young teachers stop early in Austria. Germany lacks many fully trained experts.
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Test for longer school starts
Read nowEducation minister Christoph Wiederkehr plans a new school test. From 2027, primary school can take 6 years.
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News about the rule for learning for young people
Read nowYoung people in Austria must learn until 18 years. Korinna Schumann tells good news. Most young people find a new way to learn.
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Fewer new teachers from other jobs
Read nowChristoph Wiederkehr sets a limit for people from other jobs at schools. Only 10 in 100 new teachers can come from other jobs.
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No to shorter summer break
Read nowMartha Schultz wants a shorter summer break. Education minister Christoph Wiederkehr says no. Children need rest.
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New Rules For Computer Programs In School
Read nowMany students use programs like ChatGPT. Education minister Christoph Wiederkehr wants new rules for grades. Schools get more freedom.
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New law bans head scarfs for girls under 14 years.
Read nowSince September, a head scarf ban applies in Austrian schools for girls under 14 years. Politicians and groups argue about the new law.
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New help for jobs in kindergarten
Read nowAustria gives more money for training in kindergarten. Workers can learn more and lead a group.