4-April-2017
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Every year in March, education ministers and union leaders of the highest-performing and most rapidly improving education systems (according to PISA) meet to seek ways to improve the status of the teaching profession. Many countries could use such guidance.
3-April-2017
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Sweden has one asset that few other countries in the Western world offer: a firm belief in the power of education to transform lives and promote social inclusion.
31-March-2017
English
Developing human capital is an integral part of economic growth and social progress.
30-March-2017
English
The expectations for teachers are high and rising each day.
28-March-2017
English
PISA data reveal large disparities in achievement not only across countries, but also within countries across different subgroups of students.
21-March-2017
English
In a rapidly changing world, having a strong knowledge base in their subject area, good classroom management skills and a commitment to helping students learn may no longer be enough to meet the expanding role of teachers.
1-March-2017
English
According to the latest Education Indicators in Focus brief, the average share of female teachers across OECD countries increased from 61% in 2005 to 65% in 2010 and to 68% in 2014, in all education levels combined.
28-February-2017
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How Wales can ensure the successful implementation of its reforms (OECD Education Today Blog)
27-February-2017
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There is little doubt that in OECD countries, the chances for boys and girls to succeed and contribute to society have become more equal over the past century.
21-February-2017
English
In modern societies, most professionals become knowledge workers. Their professional practice is increasingly fuelled and inspired by various forms of knowledge. A good example is the medical profession, where the continuously growing body of scientific knowledge finds its way into professional practices.