The Global Story Which country educates its children best?
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Nov 27, 2024 Sean Coughlan, BBC News education correspondent, teams up with Professor John Jerrim from UCL, an expert in global education data analysis. They delve into the competitive global education rankings, spotlighting standout nations like Estonia and Canada. The discussion highlights barriers like poverty, climate change, and war that prevent access to schooling. They also explore the disparities in educational quality, teacher effectiveness, and the significance of adaptive funding to improve educational outcomes around the world.
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Education's Impact
- Sean Coughlan discusses the impact of England's grammar school system on his life.
- He attended a selective school and university, ultimately leading to his career.
Transformative Education
- John Jerrim's parents didn't attend university, leaving school early.
- He prioritized education, earning a PhD and a good job, demonstrating its transformative power.
PISA Tests
- PISA tests, introduced in 2000, compare education systems globally.
- Despite cultural and economic differences, these tests reveal how nations perform in reading, math, and science.