Webinars

Improving Mathematics Performance: Unpacking PISA’s Role

Ahead of the launch of the OECD PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) results on December 5th, join us as we explore the power of data and how it can drive positive change in education systems worldwide.

In this webinar, we’ll explore what PISA is, reveal how countries have leveraged its data to enhance their education systems, and speak about how data collection works, including during times of global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Whether you’re an educator, policy maker, researcher, or simply curious about the state of global education, this webinar will help you understand the power of data to inform fact-based analysis & policy making.  

Speakers:

• Andreas Schleicher, OECD Director for Education and Skills
• Rebecka Peterson, 2023 National Teacher of the Year, U.S.
• Professor Zbigniew Marciniak, Institute of Mathematics, Warsaw University
• Sasha Ban, Senior Content Program Manager, Khan Academy

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

PISA in Practice: The Power of Data to Improve Education

Ahead of the launch of the OECD PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) results on December 5th, join us as we explore the power of data and how it can drive positive change in education systems worldwide.

In this webinar, we’ll explore what PISA is, reveal how countries have leveraged its data to enhance their education systems, and speak about how data collection works, including during times of global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Whether you’re an educator, policy maker, researcher, or simply curious about the state of global education, this webinar will help you understand the power of data to inform fact-based analysis & policy making.

With Andreas Schleicher, OECD Director for Education and Skills.

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

Charting the Future of Vocational Education and Training: Insights and Strategies for Tomorrow’s Workforce

In this webinar, we navigated the path to building VET systems that are ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow, including the shift towards greener production methods and the increasing demand for complex skills in the labor market.

We presented recent initiatives by the European Commission, data from ‘Education at a Glance 2023,’ and insights from ‘Building Future-Ready Vocational and Training Systems’ to explore the critical dimensions of responsive and inclusive VET systems. The discussion delved into the key questions that policymakers and VET stakeholders must ponder when re-engineering VET to align with the dynamic demands of the future workforce. We explored strategies for keeping the content of VET programs up to date and for addressing the surging demand among adults for lifelong upskilling and reskilling.

Speakers:

• Abel Schumann, Senior Analyst, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills
• Malgorzata Kuczera, Project Manager, OECD Centre for Skills
• Ana Carrero, Deputy Head of Unit, DG EMPL, European Commission
• Ludovic Voet, Confederal Secretary, European Trade Union Confederation
• Agnes Roman, Senior Advisor, European Trade Union Confederation
• Robert Plummer, Senior Advisor, Business Europe
• Uliana Musakina , Vice Chairperson, Association of Finnish Vocational Students SAKKI, Finland
• Adrijana Hodak, Head of Intercompany Training Center (MIC) at the School Centre Nova Gorica, Slovenia
• Oliver Diehl, Deputy Head Of Department, Innovation in Vocational Training, Federal Ministry of Education and Research, Germany

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

Unleashing potential: Rethinking assessment for 21st century learning

Education systems recognise the urgency of fostering 21st century skills like problem solving, creative thinking and self-regulation for students to thrive in a dynamic and complex world. But how do we bridge the gap between theory and practice? The answer may be found in innovative assessments that not only measure what truly matters but also adapt swiftly to changing requirements.

Join us as we unlock the future of education assessments. We’ll discuss the current state of play, the persistent barriers, and how embracing ground-breaking ideas like gamification and personalisation can reshape the assessment landscape and empower our teachers and students for success.

Speakers:

• Kadriye Ercikan, Vice President of Research at Educational Testing Service (ETS).
• Jack Buckley, Vice President of People Science at Roblox.
• Andreas Schleicher, OECD Director for Education and Skills.
  

Moderated by Mario Piacentini, Senior Analyst, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

Generative AI in the classroom: Hype or reality?

What is the impact of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) on the teaching profession and how can teachers be supported to take advantage of it? Are education systems adapting quickly enough to adopt GenAI tools while mitigating the risks and safeguarding students? And ultimately, is GenAI poised to revolutionize teaching and learning, or purely be considered an additional resource?

On World Teachers’ Day 2023, the OECD, with Digital Promise and the European SchoolNet, is brought together a panel of international experts to place teachers and learners at the heart of a discussions on the impact of GenAI.

Speakers:

• Anna Duchenko, Vice-Principal and English teacher at Vinnytsia Primary School, Ukraine
• Pati Ruiz, Senior Researcher, Learning Sciences and Emerging Technologies at the USA based non-profit Digital Promise
• Peter Johnston, Director of Professional Learning & Development at British Columbia’s Principals’ & Vice-Principals’ Association (Canada)
• Larry Flanagan, European President of Education International (global teacher union), and Chair of the OECD Trade Union Advisory Committee (TUAC) Working Group on Education and Skills.

Moderated by Andrew Jack, Global Education Editor, Financial Times

An evidence-informed education: Empowering schools and policy institutions through a culture of research engagement

Despite enormous effort and investment across OECD countries to reinforce the quality, production and use of education research, many countries and education systems struggle to use research systematically and at scale.   Thoughtfully engaging with research evidence in policy making and teaching is fundamental for improving the learning experiences and outcomes of students. But developing a culture of research engagement at the system, organisational and individual levels remains a huge challenge.  

Join our Q&A webinar and discover the path to a research-engaged education!   We’ll discuss with experts what a culture of research engagement should look like in education. We’ll unpack the skills, resources and attitudes that are required to support it. And we’ll explore the role that relationships play in all of this.

Despite enormous effort and investment across OECD countries to reinforce the quality, production and use of education research, many countries and education systems struggle to use research systematically and at scale.   Thoughtfully engaging with research evidence in policy making and teaching is fundamental for improving the learning experiences and outcomes of students. But developing a culture of research engagement at the system, organisational and individual levels remains a huge challenge.  

In this webinar with experts what a culture of research engagement should look like in education. We’ll unpack the skills, resources and attitudes that are required to support it. And we’ll explore the role that relationships play in all of this.

Speakers:

• Cathy Burnett, Professor of Literacy and Education, Sheffield Institute of Education, Sheffield Hallam University.
• Matthijs van den Berg, Director of Research, Inspectorate of Education, the Netherlands.
• Montserrat Tortosa Moreno, Educational consultant, Directorate of Innovation, Digitization, Curriculum and Languages, Department of Education, Catalonia.
• Melissa Mouthaan, Analyst in the Strengthening the Impact of Education Research project.

World education today: Insights from the launch of Education at a Glance 2023

Teacher salaries, hours of compulsory education, educator genders, conspiracy theories: data on all this and more is included in this year’s Education at a Glance (EAG).

EAG is the most authoritative source of data published each year on the structure, finances, and performance of education systems across OECD countries and partner economies. 

Andreas Schleicher, OECD Director of Education and Skills, will present data and reveal insights from the 2023 report, the focus of which is Vocational Education and Training, with the aim of empowering educators, policymakers, and stakeholders with the data and analysis.

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills. 

Read Education at a Glance 2023 in:
– French
– German

Country notes are available here

Pack your bags, it’s back to school! What’s on your mind this academic year?

Teachers, students, and parents worldwide are gearing up with anticipation and excitement for another school year.  What unique challenges and opportunities will they encounter?

In this webinar, educators and learners came together to share their hopes and visions for the academic journey ahead. We’ll delve into the real-world challenges – climate change, conflict, well-being, and the lingering effects of COVID-19 – specific to this year’s return to school and explore successful strategies to navigate them with confidence.   

Speakers :  
– Vicki A. Davis, Cool Cat Teacher and 10 Minute Teacher Podcast 
– Margarita Lopez, Global Student prize top 50 finalist 2023 
– Matthew Pye, Philosophy Teacher, Author, and Founder of the Climate Academy
-Anna Duchenko, Vice-principal and English teacher at Vinnytsia Primary Humanities School #25, Ukraine
– Andreas Schleicher, Director, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills  

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills. 

Unleashing the potential of digital technologies for education

The world is in the midst of a digital revolution, yet many education systems across the world are still failing to reap the full benefits of digital technologies. Successful digitalisation isn’t only about infrastructure. It requires a range of accompanying policies to promote effective and safe uses of digital technologies. 

A new OECD report, Shaping Digital Education: Enabling factors for quality, equity and efficiency helps governments identify the full spectrum of digitalisation policies for education. But what will it take to put them into practice?  

During this webinar we spoke to policy makers and experts about the challenges and solutions for reaching the potential of digital technologies for education.

Our speakers were:

– Antoaneta Angelova-Krasteva, Director for Innovation, Digital Education and International Cooperation, Directorate General for Education, Youth & Culture, European Commission

– Helle Hallik, Chief expert, Ministry of Education and Research of Estonia.

– Axel Jean, Head of the digital innovation and applied research support office, French National Ministry of National Education, Youth and Sports

– Dragana Kupres, Croatian Academic and Research Network (CARNET)

– Andreas Schleicher, Director, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

Moderated by moderator Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

Learning during crisis: insights from across the globe for
education in Ukraine

More than five million children in Ukraine have had their education disrupted by Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified invasion.  Without urgent and sustained support from the international community, we risk a lost generation – a generation deprived of its potential, talents and well-being. 

To support Ukraine’s own efforts to restore, recover and reform education, the OECD has compiled Learning during crisis: insights for education in Ukraine, a series case of studies from national educational reform programmes. We hope that these examples will provide ideas and inspiration for Ukraine’s own efforts to not only sustain but transform its educational system during this moment of crisis. 
  
During this webinar we spoke to leading experts and contributors and discuss the present and future of education in Ukraine. 

Our speakers were:

– Liliia Hrynevych, former Minister of Education & Science, Ukraine 

– Andreas Schleicher, Director, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills 

– Suzanne Dillon, Chair of the OECD Future of Education and Skills 2030 project 

– João Costa, Minister of Education, Portugal  

Moderated by moderator Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

Evaluating ideas: navigating an uncertain world with
critical thinking

In a world that is more digitalised, uncertain and interconnected than ever before, critical thinking is vital. It helps us combat misinformation, untangle complex and competing narratives and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Thinking critically can also lead to deeper learning throughout our lives. But what does critical thinking mean in practice? What does it involve in specific disciplines and stages of development in education?

In this webinar we discussed how educators in school and higher education can support critical thinking, based on our work on Fostering and Assessing Creativity and Critical Thinking: What it Means in School

Our speakers were:

– Jonathan Osborne, Kamalachari Professor of Science Education, Stanford Graduate School of Education, United States

–Elena Pasquinelli, Fondation La Main à la Pâte, Member of the Conseil Scientifique de l’Education Nationale, France-Valentina Patrini, Social Policy Analyst, OECD’s Directorate for Employment, Labour and Social Affairs.

–Mikiko Nishimura, Professor, Division of Arts and Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, International Christian University, Japan

–Caroline Dominguez, Professor of Management, University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD), Portugal

Moderated by Stéphan Vincent-Lancrin, Senior Analyst and Deputy Head of Division at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

Are Education Policies doing enough to enhance career paths of women in STEM and Nuclear Science?

Female scientists and engineers pioneered the nuclear and radiological fields, with leaders and innovators such as Marie Skłodowska-Curie and Lise Meitner, among many others, establishing the foundation of modern nuclear science and technology.

However, reports like The Persistence of Gender Gaps in Education and Skills still show the lack of girls in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) careers as well as highlighting the importance of enhancing the educational pipeline to attract, retain and maintain more women in the sectors.

On International Women in Engineering Day, the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills and the Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) will hosted an expert panel to look at the latest education initiatives contributing towards attracting more women in STEM and asked the question, are policymakers doing enough?

Our speakers were:

– Marta Encinas-Martin, Senior Advisor Global Relations and OECD Education Gender Ambassador.
– Fiona Rayment, Chief Science and Technology Officer, National Nuclear Laboratory (United Kingdom)
–Valentina Patrini, Social Policy Analyst, OECD’s Directorate for Employment, Labour and Social Affairs.

Moderated by William D. Magwood, IV, Director-General, OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA).

How to strengthen support for Ukrainian refugees
in schools and universities

Millions of Ukrainian refugees are trying to rebuild their lives in Europe and elsewhere after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Many are suffering from mental health problems, including depression and anxiety, and Ukrainian children are not always enrolling in national education systems. This drastically compromises their ability to learn and develop. How are OECD education systems responding to support Ukrainian refugees? An OECD survey has found that many barriers remain to effectively integrate them into learning environments.

In this OECD webinar, a panel of experts will discussed the issues and highlighted some good practices to best support Ukrainian refugees.

Our speakers were:

– Frederik Smets, Education Officer, Regional Bureau for Europe, UNHCR
– Ulrike Storost, Policy Officer, Directorate for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture, European Commission
–Andreas Schleicher, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

How are education policies supporting students to think creatively?

Creative thinking is consistently named among the top skills that employers are looking for. But OECD research suggests that creativity in students drops as they pass through the school system.

How can education systems ensure that all young people can develop and strengthen their creative thinking skills as part of their formal education? What policies are needed?

In this webinar Andreas Schleicher launched the PISA brochure Supporting Students To Think Creatively: What Education Policy Can Do and also reflected with a panel of experts on how education systems worldwide are handling this issue.

Our speakers were:

– Angela Bravo Chacon, Unesco Perú, former National Director of Secondary and Primary Education at Peruvian Ministry of Education
– Bo Stjerne Thomsen, Chair of Learning through Play, LEGO Foundation
–Andreas Schleicher, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

Moderated by Bill Lucas, Professor of Learning and Director of the Centre for Real-World Learning at the University of Winchester

The future of education: how ambition loops can help
transform the teaching profession

Collaboration is crucial to strengthening teaching practices and learning experiences in the classroom. But how can we systematically improve cooperation between schools and teachers? A part of the answer is ambition loops: agreed objectives across schools, the educational sector and the wider community that, if achieved, reinforce each other and create positive change.  

In this webinar we spoke to experts in order to explore ambitions and potential prosperity for the future of the teaching profession.

Our speakers were:

– Debbie Pushor, Full Professor, Department of Curriculum Studies, University of Saskatchewan, Canada
– John Fischetti, Professor and Pro Vice-Chancellor, College of Human and Social Futures, University of Newcastle, Australia
–Tony Hall, Personal Professor of Education, School of Education & Director of Educational Design Research, Designing Futures, University of Galway, Ireland

Moderated by Claire Shewbridge, Project leader and analyst at OECD Directorate for Education and Skills, and Jason McGrath, Analyst at OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

How can we protect & empower young children
in the Digital Age?

Digitalisation and AI are transforming social and economic life at lightning speeds, creating new demands for education systems. The use of new technologies can help develop the digital skills of young children and enrich their learning environment. But what are the challenges? And how can we support parents and early educators and carers in creating positive technology experiences for young children whilst also understanding and managing the risks that exist?

In this webcast we addressed those questions and others of great concern for educators, policy makers and parents.

Speakers:

– Andreas Schleicher, Director, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills
– Anne-Kristin Cordes, Researcher, Bavarian State Institute for Early Childhood Research and Media Literacy, Germany
– Carlos González-Sancho, Policy Analyst, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills
– Geir Ottestad, Specialist Director, Norwegian Ministry of Education and Research

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

The Role of Digital Technologies for Career Guidance –
Introducing the OECD ‘Observatory on Digital

Since the pandemic there has been a huge explosion of digital technologies in school career guidance. Technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality and more have the capacity to make career guidance activities more effective, efficient and equitable.

In this webinar we discussed the role of digital technologies for career guidance and introduction to the new OECD Observatory on Digital Technologies in Career Guidance for Youth (ODiCY).

ODiCY is an open-access repository that makes it quick and easy to see how education systems around the world are using innovative techniques to help young people approach their working lives with confidence and choice.

Speakers:

– Beth Henderson, Learning Specialist, Essential Skills, Canada
– Alex White, Project Coordinator, Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour, Canada
– Riikka Ahonvala, Youth expert on working life, economy and youth, Economic Information Office TAT, Finland
– Christelle Meslé-Génin, President and Founder of JobIRL, France
– Deirdre Hughes, Associate Professor, University of Warwick, UK
– Anthony Mann, Senior Analyst at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills, France

Moderated by Alison Burke, Analyst at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills, France

The state of global education: Addressing the issues facing the
teaching profession

Teachers face a barrage of challenges – high workloads, funding issues and the challenge of incorporating new technology into lessons, including the potential of AI.

At the 2023 International Summit on the Teaching Profession, global education ministers and union leaders made it clear that policy initiatives can successfully address many of these issues and elevate the teaching profession.

In this webinar you will learn more about what was discussed and proposed solutions to help improve teaching practices and learning across the board. 

Speakers:

– John Bangs, Special Consultant, Education International
– Jennifer Hong, International Affairs Office, U.S. Department of Education
– Rebecka Peterson, 2023 National Teacher of the Year, U.S.
– Andreas Schleicher, OECD Director for Education and Skills

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD

Playing with ideas: Cultivating student creativity, innovation
and learning in schools

Do schools and imagination go together?  Creativity and innovation aren’t just nice words or highly demanded skills in the labour market, evidence suggests they are also key to well-being and to thriving economies . But faced with the wicked problems of today and tomorrow, are young people leaving education with the skills to apply knowledge and make novel connections, envision new solutions, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

On World Creativity and Innovation Day we discussed what is needed for schools to become places of imagination, inquiry, play and reflection – and how creativity and innovation can support learning.  

We heard from the author of Lifelong Kindergarten, Mitchel Resnick, discuss with Szilvia Németh how teachers in Hungary implemented the OECD project Fostering and Assessing Creativity and Critical Thinking and learn how children in India develop innovation skills through participating in “tinkering labs”.

Speakers:

– Mitchel Resnick, LEGO Papert Professor of Learning Research at the MIT Media Lab, United States.
– Szilvia Németh, Managing Director, T-Tudok Centre for Knowledge Management and Educational Research, Hungary.
– Deepali Upadhyay, Programme Director , Atal Innovation Mission, Niti Aayog.

Moderated by Stéphan Vincent-Lancrin, Senior Analyst and Deputy Head of Division at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

How to ensure education is relevant for all in a
fast-changing world

Keeping up with global change is like catching a high-speed train, get on board or be left far behind. That is why it is vital for education systems to adapt to remain relevant.

Join an expert panel to learn how policymakers can anticipate future skill requirements and reshape teaching and learning to ensure all students are better prepared to flourish and succeed.

The discussion will build on the findings of the OECD’s Education Policy Outlook 2022: Transforming Pathways for Lifelong Learners.

Speakers:

– Merlin Linde, Adviser on Curriculum Development, Ministry of Education and Research, Estonia
– Nicole Primmer, Senior Policy Director, Business at OECD (BIAC)
– Andreas Schleicher, Director for Education and Skills, OECD

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD

Charting the Future of Vocational Education and Training: Insights and Strategies for Tomorrow’s Workforce

In this webinar, we navigated the path to building VET systems that are ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow, including the shift towards greener production methods and the increasing demand for complex skills in the labor market.

We presented recent initiatives by the European Commission, data from ‘Education at a Glance 2023,’ and insights from ‘Building Future-Ready Vocational and Training Systems’ to explore the critical dimensions of responsive and inclusive VET systems. The discussion delved into the key questions that policymakers and VET stakeholders must ponder when re-engineering VET to align with the dynamic demands of the future workforce. We explored strategies for keeping the content of VET programs up to date and for addressing the surging demand among adults for lifelong upskilling and reskilling.

Speakers:

• Abel Schumann, Senior Analyst, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills
• Malgorzata Kuczera, Project Manager, OECD Centre for Skills
• Ana Carrero, Deputy Head of Unit, DG EMPL, European Commission
• Ludovic Voet, Confederal Secretary, European Trade Union Confederation
• Agnes Roman, Senior Advisor, European Trade Union Confederation
• Robert Plummer, Senior Advisor, Business Europe
• Uliana Musakina , Vice Chairperson, Association of Finnish Vocational Students SAKKI, Finland
• Adrijana Hodak, Head of Intercompany Training Center (MIC) at the School Centre Nova Gorica, Slovenia
• Oliver Diehl, Deputy Head Of Department, Innovation in Vocational Training, Federal Ministry of Education and Research, Germany

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

Unleashing potential: Rethinking assessment for 21st century learning

Education systems recognise the urgency of fostering 21st century skills like problem solving, creative thinking and self-regulation for students to thrive in a dynamic and complex world. But how do we bridge the gap between theory and practice? The answer may be found in innovative assessments that not only measure what truly matters but also adapt swiftly to changing requirements.

Join us as we unlock the future of education assessments. We’ll discuss the current state of play, the persistent barriers, and how embracing ground-breaking ideas like gamification and personalisation can reshape the assessment landscape and empower our teachers and students for success.

Speakers:

• Kadriye Ercikan, Vice President of Research at Educational Testing Service (ETS).
• Jack Buckley, Vice President of People Science at Roblox.
• Andreas Schleicher, OECD Director for Education and Skills.
  

Moderated by Mario Piacentini, Senior Analyst, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

Generative AI in the classroom: Hype or reality?

What is the impact of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) on the teaching profession and how can teachers be supported to take advantage of it? Are education systems adapting quickly enough to adopt GenAI tools while mitigating the risks and safeguarding students? And ultimately, is GenAI poised to revolutionize teaching and learning, or purely be considered an additional resource?

On World Teachers’ Day 2023, the OECD, with Digital Promise and the European SchoolNet, is brought together a panel of international experts to place teachers and learners at the heart of a discussions on the impact of GenAI.

Speakers:

• Anna Duchenko, Vice-Principal and English teacher at Vinnytsia Primary School, Ukraine
• Pati Ruiz, Senior Researcher, Learning Sciences and Emerging Technologies at the USA based non-profit Digital Promise
• Peter Johnston, Director of Professional Learning & Development at British Columbia’s Principals’ & Vice-Principals’ Association (Canada)
• Larry Flanagan, European President of Education International (global teacher union), and Chair of the OECD Trade Union Advisory Committee (TUAC) Working Group on Education and Skills.

Moderated by Andrew Jack, Global Education Editor, Financial Times

An evidence-informed education: Empowering schools and policy institutions through a culture of research engagement

Despite enormous effort and investment across OECD countries to reinforce the quality, production and use of education research, many countries and education systems struggle to use research systematically and at scale.   Thoughtfully engaging with research evidence in policy making and teaching is fundamental for improving the learning experiences and outcomes of students. But developing a culture of research engagement at the system, organisational and individual levels remains a huge challenge.  

Join our Q&A webinar and discover the path to a research-engaged education!   We’ll discuss with experts what a culture of research engagement should look like in education. We’ll unpack the skills, resources and attitudes that are required to support it. And we’ll explore the role that relationships play in all of this.

Despite enormous effort and investment across OECD countries to reinforce the quality, production and use of education research, many countries and education systems struggle to use research systematically and at scale.   Thoughtfully engaging with research evidence in policy making and teaching is fundamental for improving the learning experiences and outcomes of students. But developing a culture of research engagement at the system, organisational and individual levels remains a huge challenge.  

In this webinar with experts what a culture of research engagement should look like in education. We’ll unpack the skills, resources and attitudes that are required to support it. And we’ll explore the role that relationships play in all of this.

Speakers:

• Cathy Burnett, Professor of Literacy and Education, Sheffield Institute of Education, Sheffield Hallam University.
• Matthijs van den Berg, Director of Research, Inspectorate of Education, the Netherlands.
• Montserrat Tortosa Moreno, Educational consultant, Directorate of Innovation, Digitization, Curriculum and Languages, Department of Education, Catalonia.
• Melissa Mouthaan, Analyst in the Strengthening the Impact of Education Research project.

World education today: Insights from the launch of Education at a Glance 2023

Teacher salaries, hours of compulsory education, educator genders, conspiracy theories: data on all this and more is included in this year’s Education at a Glance (EAG).

EAG is the most authoritative source of data published each year on the structure, finances, and performance of education systems across OECD countries and partner economies. 

Andreas Schleicher, OECD Director of Education and Skills, will present data and reveal insights from the 2023 report, the focus of which is Vocational Education and Training, with the aim of empowering educators, policymakers, and stakeholders with the data and analysis.

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills. 

Read Education at a Glance 2023 in:
– French
– German

Country notes are available here

Pack your bags, it’s back to school! What’s on your mind this academic year?

Teachers, students, and parents worldwide are gearing up with anticipation and excitement for another school year.  What unique challenges and opportunities will they encounter?

In this webinar, educators and learners came together to share their hopes and visions for the academic journey ahead. We’ll delve into the real-world challenges – climate change, conflict, well-being, and the lingering effects of COVID-19 – specific to this year’s return to school and explore successful strategies to navigate them with confidence.   

Speakers :  
– Vicki A. Davis, Cool Cat Teacher and 10 Minute Teacher Podcast 
– Margarita Lopez, Global Student prize top 50 finalist 2023 
– Matthew Pye, Philosophy Teacher, Author, and Founder of the Climate Academy
-Anna Duchenko, Vice-principal and English teacher at Vinnytsia Primary Humanities School #25, Ukraine
– Andreas Schleicher, Director, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills  

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills. 

Unleashing the potential of digital technologies for education

The world is in the midst of a digital revolution, yet many education systems across the world are still failing to reap the full benefits of digital technologies. Successful digitalisation isn’t only about infrastructure. It requires a range of accompanying policies to promote effective and safe uses of digital technologies. 

A new OECD report, Shaping Digital Education: Enabling factors for quality, equity and efficiency helps governments identify the full spectrum of digitalisation policies for education. But what will it take to put them into practice?  

During this webinar we spoke to policy makers and experts about the challenges and solutions for reaching the potential of digital technologies for education.

Our speakers were:

– Antoaneta Angelova-Krasteva, Director for Innovation, Digital Education and International Cooperation, Directorate General for Education, Youth & Culture, European Commission

– Helle Hallik, Chief expert, Ministry of Education and Research of Estonia.

– Axel Jean, Head of the digital innovation and applied research support office, French National Ministry of National Education, Youth and Sports

– Dragana Kupres, Croatian Academic and Research Network (CARNET)

– Andreas Schleicher, Director, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

Moderated by moderator Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

Learning during crisis: insights from across the globe for
education in Ukraine

More than five million children in Ukraine have had their education disrupted by Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified invasion.  Without urgent and sustained support from the international community, we risk a lost generation – a generation deprived of its potential, talents and well-being. 

To support Ukraine’s own efforts to restore, recover and reform education, the OECD has compiled Learning during crisis: insights for education in Ukraine, a series case of studies from national educational reform programmes. We hope that these examples will provide ideas and inspiration for Ukraine’s own efforts to not only sustain but transform its educational system during this moment of crisis. 
  
During this webinar we spoke to leading experts and contributors and discuss the present and future of education in Ukraine. 

Our speakers were:

– Liliia Hrynevych, former Minister of Education & Science, Ukraine 

– Andreas Schleicher, Director, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills 

– Suzanne Dillon, Chair of the OECD Future of Education and Skills 2030 project 

– João Costa, Minister of Education, Portugal  

Moderated by moderator Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

Evaluating ideas: navigating an uncertain world with
critical thinking

In a world that is more digitalised, uncertain and interconnected than ever before, critical thinking is vital. It helps us combat misinformation, untangle complex and competing narratives and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Thinking critically can also lead to deeper learning throughout our lives. But what does critical thinking mean in practice? What does it involve in specific disciplines and stages of development in education?

In this webinar we discussed how educators in school and higher education can support critical thinking, based on our work on Fostering and Assessing Creativity and Critical Thinking: What it Means in School

Our speakers were:

– Jonathan Osborne, Kamalachari Professor of Science Education, Stanford Graduate School of Education, United States

–Elena Pasquinelli, Fondation La Main à la Pâte, Member of the Conseil Scientifique de l’Education Nationale, France-Valentina Patrini, Social Policy Analyst, OECD’s Directorate for Employment, Labour and Social Affairs.

–Mikiko Nishimura, Professor, Division of Arts and Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, International Christian University, Japan

–Caroline Dominguez, Professor of Management, University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD), Portugal

Moderated by Stéphan Vincent-Lancrin, Senior Analyst and Deputy Head of Division at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

Are Education Policies doing enough to enhance career paths of women in STEM and Nuclear Science?

Female scientists and engineers pioneered the nuclear and radiological fields, with leaders and innovators such as Marie Skłodowska-Curie and Lise Meitner, among many others, establishing the foundation of modern nuclear science and technology.

However, reports like The Persistence of Gender Gaps in Education and Skills still show the lack of girls in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) careers as well as highlighting the importance of enhancing the educational pipeline to attract, retain and maintain more women in the sectors.

On International Women in Engineering Day, the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills and the Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) will hosted an expert panel to look at the latest education initiatives contributing towards attracting more women in STEM and asked the question, are policymakers doing enough?

Our speakers were:

– Marta Encinas-Martin, Senior Advisor Global Relations and OECD Education Gender Ambassador.
– Fiona Rayment, Chief Science and Technology Officer, National Nuclear Laboratory (United Kingdom)
–Valentina Patrini, Social Policy Analyst, OECD’s Directorate for Employment, Labour and Social Affairs.

Moderated by William D. Magwood, IV, Director-General, OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA).

How to strengthen support for Ukrainian refugees
in schools and universities

Millions of Ukrainian refugees are trying to rebuild their lives in Europe and elsewhere after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Many are suffering from mental health problems, including depression and anxiety, and Ukrainian children are not always enrolling in national education systems. This drastically compromises their ability to learn and develop. How are OECD education systems responding to support Ukrainian refugees? An OECD survey has found that many barriers remain to effectively integrate them into learning environments.

In this OECD webinar, a panel of experts will discussed the issues and highlighted some good practices to best support Ukrainian refugees.

Our speakers were:

– Frederik Smets, Education Officer, Regional Bureau for Europe, UNHCR
– Ulrike Storost, Policy Officer, Directorate for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture, European Commission
–Andreas Schleicher, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

How are education policies supporting students to think creatively?

Creative thinking is consistently named among the top skills that employers are looking for. But OECD research suggests that creativity in students drops as they pass through the school system.

How can education systems ensure that all young people can develop and strengthen their creative thinking skills as part of their formal education? What policies are needed?

In this webinar Andreas Schleicher launched the PISA brochure Supporting Students To Think Creatively: What Education Policy Can Do and also reflected with a panel of experts on how education systems worldwide are handling this issue.

Our speakers were:

– Angela Bravo Chacon, Unesco Perú, former National Director of Secondary and Primary Education at Peruvian Ministry of Education
– Bo Stjerne Thomsen, Chair of Learning through Play, LEGO Foundation
–Andreas Schleicher, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

Moderated by Bill Lucas, Professor of Learning and Director of the Centre for Real-World Learning at the University of Winchester

The future of education: how ambition loops can help
transform the teaching profession

Collaboration is crucial to strengthening teaching practices and learning experiences in the classroom. But how can we systematically improve cooperation between schools and teachers? A part of the answer is ambition loops: agreed objectives across schools, the educational sector and the wider community that, if achieved, reinforce each other and create positive change.  

In this webinar we spoke to experts in order to explore ambitions and potential prosperity for the future of the teaching profession.

Our speakers were:

– Debbie Pushor, Full Professor, Department of Curriculum Studies, University of Saskatchewan, Canada
– John Fischetti, Professor and Pro Vice-Chancellor, College of Human and Social Futures, University of Newcastle, Australia
–Tony Hall, Personal Professor of Education, School of Education & Director of Educational Design Research, Designing Futures, University of Galway, Ireland

Moderated by Claire Shewbridge, Project leader and analyst at OECD Directorate for Education and Skills, and Jason McGrath, Analyst at OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

How can we protect & empower young children
in the Digital Age?

Digitalisation and AI are transforming social and economic life at lightning speeds, creating new demands for education systems. The use of new technologies can help develop the digital skills of young children and enrich their learning environment. But what are the challenges? And how can we support parents and early educators and carers in creating positive technology experiences for young children whilst also understanding and managing the risks that exist?

In this webcast we addressed those questions and others of great concern for educators, policy makers and parents.

Speakers:

– Andreas Schleicher, Director, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills
– Anne-Kristin Cordes, Researcher, Bavarian State Institute for Early Childhood Research and Media Literacy, Germany
– Carlos González-Sancho, Policy Analyst, OECD Directorate for Education and Skills
– Geir Ottestad, Specialist Director, Norwegian Ministry of Education and Research

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills

The Role of Digital Technologies for Career Guidance –
Introducing the OECD ‘Observatory on Digital

Since the pandemic there has been a huge explosion of digital technologies in school career guidance. Technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality and more have the capacity to make career guidance activities more effective, efficient and equitable.

In this webinar we discussed the role of digital technologies for career guidance and introduction to the new OECD Observatory on Digital Technologies in Career Guidance for Youth (ODiCY).

ODiCY is an open-access repository that makes it quick and easy to see how education systems around the world are using innovative techniques to help young people approach their working lives with confidence and choice.

Speakers:

– Beth Henderson, Learning Specialist, Essential Skills, Canada
– Alex White, Project Coordinator, Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour, Canada
– Riikka Ahonvala, Youth expert on working life, economy and youth, Economic Information Office TAT, Finland
– Christelle Meslé-Génin, President and Founder of JobIRL, France
– Deirdre Hughes, Associate Professor, University of Warwick, UK
– Anthony Mann, Senior Analyst at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills, France

Moderated by Alison Burke, Analyst at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills, France

The state of global education: Addressing the issues facing the
teaching profession

Teachers face a barrage of challenges – high workloads, funding issues and the challenge of incorporating new technology into lessons, including the potential of AI.

At the 2023 International Summit on the Teaching Profession, global education ministers and union leaders made it clear that policy initiatives can successfully address many of these issues and elevate the teaching profession.

In this webinar you will learn more about what was discussed and proposed solutions to help improve teaching practices and learning across the board. 

Speakers:

– John Bangs, Special Consultant, Education International
– Jennifer Hong, International Affairs Office, U.S. Department of Education
– Rebecka Peterson, 2023 National Teacher of the Year, U.S.
– Andreas Schleicher, OECD Director for Education and Skills

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD

Playing with ideas: Cultivating student creativity, innovation
and learning in schools

Do schools and imagination go together?  Creativity and innovation aren’t just nice words or highly demanded skills in the labour market, evidence suggests they are also key to well-being and to thriving economies . But faced with the wicked problems of today and tomorrow, are young people leaving education with the skills to apply knowledge and make novel connections, envision new solutions, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

On World Creativity and Innovation Day we discussed what is needed for schools to become places of imagination, inquiry, play and reflection – and how creativity and innovation can support learning.  

We heard from the author of Lifelong Kindergarten, Mitchel Resnick, discuss with Szilvia Németh how teachers in Hungary implemented the OECD project Fostering and Assessing Creativity and Critical Thinking and learn how children in India develop innovation skills through participating in “tinkering labs”.

Speakers:

– Mitchel Resnick, LEGO Papert Professor of Learning Research at the MIT Media Lab, United States.
– Szilvia Németh, Managing Director, T-Tudok Centre for Knowledge Management and Educational Research, Hungary.
– Deepali Upadhyay, Programme Director , Atal Innovation Mission, Niti Aayog.

Moderated by Stéphan Vincent-Lancrin, Senior Analyst and Deputy Head of Division at the OECD Directorate for Education and Skills.

How to ensure education is relevant for all in a
fast-changing world

Keeping up with global change is like catching a high-speed train, get on board or be left far behind. That is why it is vital for education systems to adapt to remain relevant.

Join an expert panel to learn how policymakers can anticipate future skill requirements and reshape teaching and learning to ensure all students are better prepared to flourish and succeed.

The discussion will build on the findings of the OECD’s Education Policy Outlook 2022: Transforming Pathways for Lifelong Learners.

Speakers:

– Merlin Linde, Adviser on Curriculum Development, Ministry of Education and Research, Estonia
– Nicole Primmer, Senior Policy Director, Business at OECD (BIAC)
– Andreas Schleicher, Director for Education and Skills, OECD

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD

How to turn schools into hubs of social and emotional learning

Social and emotional skills are indispensable for individual success and peaceful, prosperous societies. How can schools and teachers support their development?

In this webinar the panel discusses how to help students develop skills such as curiosity, creativity and empathy to ensure they can succeed in school, work and life.

The discussion follows new results from the international Survey on Social and Emotional Skills on important building blocks to establishing effective social and emotional education.

Speakers:
– Pedro Cunha, Director-General for Education, Portugal- Filipa Matos, History and Citizenship Teacher, Portugal
– Stephanie M. Jones, Director of Ecological Approaches to Social Emotional Learning Lab and Professor of Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education
– Patrick Newell, Professor at the Graduate School of Leadership and Innovation, Shizenkan University, Japan
– Hannah Ulferts, Analyst at the Directorate for Education and Skills, OECD

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD

The role of Education in an interconnected world

The world is fast changing, hyper-connected and increasingly complex. It is becoming ever more important to support students to be active citizens who can help build more sustainable, equitable and resilient societies. How should education systems respond?

In this webinar a panel including OECD Director for Education and Skills Andreas Schleicher, teachers and experts discussed the importance of global competences and kick off the next Global Teaching InSights initiative, where teachers share best practices.

Speakers include:
– Verónica Boix-Mansilla, Principal Investigator at Project Zero,
Harvard Graduate School of Education
– Filipa Matos, History and Citizenship Teacher, Portugal
– Steve Weissburg, Mathematics Teacher, USA
– Mike Thiruman, General Secretary, Singapore Teachers’ Union

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD

Ask an expert: What are the consequences of
child ill-treatment and how can education help?

Child ill-treatment in physical and digital environments is a pressing policy concern in countries around the world. 

In this Ask an Expert webinar we discussed: What is the nature of child ill-treatment in the 21st century, and how is this different in the digital age? What are the potential consequences for children’s well-being and academic outcomes? And does OECD evidence shed light on how can education help. 

Speakers include:
– VAsher Ben-Arieh, The Haruv Chair for the Study of Child maltreatment, Hebrew University of JerusalemHarvard Graduate School of Education
– FiKathryn Humphreys, Assistant Professor of Psychology and Human Development, Vanderbilt University
– Steve Weissburg, Mathematics Teacher, USA
– Lisa Robinson, Policy analyst, OECD Directorate for Science, Technology and Innovation

Moderated by Francesca Gottschalk and Jordan Hill (OECD Centre for Educational Research and Innovation), with Moritz Bilagher (OECD Centre for Educational Research and Innovation)

Equity and Inclusion in Education:
Finding Strength through Diversity

How can schools improve equity and inclusion to ensure students have a fair and equal chance of succeeding in later life? It is a topical question as the impact of diversity is felt in many classrooms across the globe.

In this webinar, OECD analysts and country experts will outline how education systems can cater to students from different background with varied needs.

It follows the release of a report by OECD’s Strength in Diversity project that highlights six key steps to reforming education systems to help all students achieve their potential.

If you are a policy maker, teacher or are interested in learning more about how to respond to the challenges, please join us.

Speakers include:
– Andreas Schleicher, Director for Education and Skills, OECD
– Lucie Cerna, Project Leader, Strength through Diversity, OECD
– John McLaughlin, Deputy Minister for the Anglophone Sector, Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, New Brunswick, Canada
– Maria João Horta, Deputy Director-General of the Directorate General of Education, Portugal

Moderated by Duncan Crawford, Senior Content Manager, OECD