Getting the right education policies into place is hard enough. But more often than not, implementation is where they fall apart. Let us share two striking findings. First, an analysis of more than 400 education policies across more than 40 education systems found that fewer than half of these policies showed evidence of progress or impact over the past decade. Second, another … [Read more...] about Education Policy and Results: It’s (almost) All in the Implementation
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How to Keep Teachers in Challenging Schools? Evidence from São Paulo Shows Money Works
Teacher turnover hits hardest in schools that can least afford it. In São Paulo, Brazil's largest city, schools serving disadvantaged communities have historically struggled to retain experienced teachers, creating a revolving door that disrupts student learning. But new research shows that targeted financial incentives can dramatically change this pattern. The Challenge: … [Read more...] about How to Keep Teachers in Challenging Schools? Evidence from São Paulo Shows Money Works
Implementing Edtech at Scale: 3 Lessons from Korea for Digital Transformation
“How can every school be ready for the digital age?” Across Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), countries are advancing digital education—but challenges remain. Meanwhile, South Korea’s bold policies and sustained investments have enabled nationwide digital access, AI-powered textbooks, and large-scale teacher training. In this blog, we explore three key lessons from Korea’s … [Read more...] about Implementing Edtech at Scale: 3 Lessons from Korea for Digital Transformation
Global citizenship skills in education: What Does Civic Literacy Mean in the Disinformation Age?
By y Dr. Jannie Lilja, Director of Studies, Peace and Development Research Ester Tottie, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) Disinformation can have a range of destructive impacts. Lies about the harmful consequences of vaccines may negatively affect public health. Disinformation may erode trust in the state, in political processes, and polarize … [Read more...] about Global citizenship skills in education: What Does Civic Literacy Mean in the Disinformation Age?
Empowering Digital Kindness: A Comprehensive Approach to Cyberbullying Prevention
By Emma Näslund-Hadley, Katelyn Hepworth and Greta Olivares Luna Bullying leaves deep and lasting scars, and in the digital age, cyberbullying severely impacts the mental health of young people. Discover how schools and communities can create safe and inclusive spaces for everyone. Bullying. It’s a word that brings to mind everything from schoolyard taunts to silent … [Read more...] about Empowering Digital Kindness: A Comprehensive Approach to Cyberbullying Prevention