Tõnis Lukas

Estonian Minister of Education

Tõnis Lukas - Estonian Minister of Education
Born

June 5th, 1962
63 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Estonia

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An Estonian historian and politician served as the 34th Minister of Education. Born in 1962, contributed significantly to the development of educational policies and historical scholarship in Estonia. Played a vital role in modernizing the Estonian education system, focusing on curriculum development and teacher education. Involved in various educational reforms aimed at improving learning outcomes and accessibility in schools.

Served as the 34th Minister of Education

Contributed to historical scholarship in Estonia

Involved in educational policy reform

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