by Pablo Fraser Analyst, Directorate for Education and Skills Education’s purpose is to prepare children for a fast-moving, ever-changing world. … More
Category: PISA 2012
What can maths teachers learn from PISA?
by Andreas Schleicher Director, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills When we think back on schools in the 20th century, … More
It’s a matter of self-confidence
by Francesca BorgonoviAnalyst, Directorate for Education and Skills A sense of self-efficacy is essential if students are to fulfil their … More
Are the world’s schools making inequality worse?
by William SchmidtDistinguished Professor, Michigan State University The answer appears to be yes. Schooling plays a surprisingly large role in short-changing … More
Tough choices in school choice
by Marilyn AchironEditor, Directorate for Education and Skills For those parents who have the opportunity to do so, choosing a … More
Got a math problem?
by Marilyn AchironEditor, Directorate for Education and Skills Some 37% of students in the Netherlands reported that they often worry … More