Education Around the World
Which country is famous for having a school system where students often help clean their own classrooms?
Japan
What does SDG stand for?
Sustainable Development Goal
What does the letter “E” stand for in SDG 4’s focus on education?
Education
What has a face and two hands but no arms or legs?
a clock
What is 13*13
169
What is the literacy rate in Sri Lanka
98% or 97%
How many Sustainable Development Goals are there in total?
17 SDGs
What is the main goal of SDG 4?
to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
What number comes next: 2, 4, 8, 16, ___?
32
In which country is education highly valued, and students are often encouraged to learn independently and spend time outdoors during the school day?
Finland
Why is gender equality connected to SDG 4?
Everyone should have equal opportunities to receive a quality education, regardless of gender.
What is the most widely spoken language in the world by native speakers?
A farmer has 10 sheep. All but 3 run away. How many are left?
3
Two students have the same ability. One has reliable internet, books, a quiet place to study, and a laptop. The other has none of these. What educational issue does this demonstrate?
Educational inequality or The digital divide.
Four students are given the same textbook, but one student cannot read the language in it and another has a visual impairment. Why might giving everyone the same resource not be equitable?
Because different students may need different resources or support to have a fair opportunity to learn.
What organization created the Sustainable Development Goals?
un
What number comes next: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, ___?
13
A village is 50 km from the nearest school. The government cannot immediately build a new school. Give TWO realistic solutions that could help children in the village receive an education.
School transportation
Online/digital learning
Mobile teaching programs
Building a smaller local learning center
Providing boarding facilities
Why is simply increasing school enrollment not enough to achieve SDG 4?
Students also need meaningful learning, qualified teachers, resources, safety, and supportive environments.
What is the ability to read and write called?
literacy
You have 3 boxes. One contains apples, one oranges, and one both. All labels are wrong. What is the minimum number of fruits you need to take out to correctly label all three boxes?
1