Mathematics for Life and Work A Comparative Perspective on Mathematics to Inform Upper Secondary Reform in England

Download or read book Mathematics for Life and Work A Comparative Perspective on Mathematics to Inform Upper Secondary Reform in England written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2024-11-05 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Engagement and performance in mathematics at the upper secondary level have been the concern of successive governments in England. This report was commissioned as part of the country's policy reflections for transforming how maths is viewed and experienced in England. The report explores outcomes such as the share of students studying maths and performance across countries, and how education systems internationally deliver mathematics in upper secondary. It also examines factors shaping maths education, including the expectations set by curricula, student pathways, cultural perceptions, and the needs of the labour market and higher education.