Have emerging Latin American countries chosen quantity over quality in education?

by Dirk Van DammeHead of the Innovation and Measuring Progress Division, Directorate for Education and Skills Developing human capital is an integral part of economic growth and social progress. Mature, developed economies in Europe, North America and Australasia expanded their education and skills systems mainly after the Second World War in a context of unbridled economic prosperity and the...

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Empowering teachers to improve equity and inspire learning

by Andreas Schleicher Director, OECD Directorate for Education and SkillsFáilte! Welcome to the International Summit on the Teaching Profession The expectations for teachers are high and rising each day. We expect teachers to have a deep understanding of what they teach and to keep up with the rapidly expanding knowledge base; to be passionate, compassionate and thoughtful; to make learning...

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How inequalities in acquiring skills evolve

by Francesca BorgonoviSenior Analyst, OECD Directorate for Education and SkillsSince 2000, the OECD Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) has been a key source of information on how well societies and education systems have equipped 15-year-old students with the knowledge and skills that are essential for full participation in modern societies. However important this information is,...

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Finding and cultivating talented teachers: Insights from high-performing countries

by Esther CarvalhaesAnalyst, Directorate for Education and Skills Teachers are the backbone of any education system. After all, without qualified teachers, how can governments and schools secure each child’s right to quality education and build a society of educated citizens, capable of shaping their own future?  But selecting the right candidates to the profession – aspiring teachers who...

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Why do so many women want to become teachers?

by Dirk Van DammeHead of the Innovation and Measuring Progress Division, Directorate for Education and Skills It is well known that the share of women in the teaching force is growing. 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...

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