CLEAN : OECD Secretary-General reveals findings of latest PISA education survey

The PISA 2018 assessment revealed that students in Beijing, Shanghai, Yongsoo, and Said Young excelled in mathematics and science, outperforming peers globally. However, fewer than 10% of students in OECD countries could distinguish between fact and opinion. Historically, students relied on textbooks for clear answers, but now they need strong skills to navigate online information. Notably, countries like Albania, Moldova, Peru, and Qatar are rapidly improving their education systems. A significant gap exists in reading performance between the most advantaged and disadvantaged students, equating to over four years of schooling.

What improvements have been observed in countries performing below the OECD average?

What is the significance of the gap in reading performance between socially advantaged and disadvantaged students?