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Don’t look up; look forward: How are global trends shaping education?

A comet might not be heading for Earth, but we should prepare education systems for unknown future shocks – our new report helps do just that

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Future proof? Four scenarios for the future of schooling

By thinking to the future, we can anticipate challenges, foster innovation and stress test ideas. 2020 and the coronavirus crisis has shown how important that is.

Graphic with quote from Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands: "In crisis, it is acceptable to have more questions than answers. In crisis, there's no room for 'not-invented-here'. In crisis, we should all be learners."

Overcoming education challenges: The coronavirus crisis turns us all into learners

Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands reflects on the effect coronavirus has had on us all as learners, and what the future of education might look like.

A new tool for navigating through a complex world

The OECD Learning Compass 2030 puts forth a shared vision of what students should learn to be ready for tomorrow, and a shared language with which to discuss it.

The future of education is now

The newest edition of Trends Shaping Education examines major economic, political, social and technological trends affecting the future of education, from early childhood through to lifelong learning.