Pen, pencil, paper: School resources in Chile
How can Chile use school resources more effectively to ensure educational equity, strengthen leadership and improve teaching?
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A Conversation with Sergio Fajardo
On May 24th, the Inter-American Dialogue invited Sergio Fajardo, former governor of Antioquia and mayor of Medellín, to discuss his perspective on Colombia’s current political climate and future challenges. The event focused on long-standing issues, including the peace process and citizen security, and new challenges facing Colombia in the context of the upcoming 2018 presidential elections.
¿Cuál es el estado de la educación en Honduras?
El nuevo Informe de Progreso Educativo de Honduras captura los avances y desafíos del sistema educativo hondureño de los últimos siete años
PREAL Report Card: Education in Honduras 2017
What are the most pressing challenges for the Honduran education system? The launch of the 2017 PREAL Report Card on Honduras
English Language Learning in Latin America
English proficiency is a critical tool for competitiveness in the global economy. How can governments implement effective English language learning policies and programs?
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Report launch: English Language Learning in Latin America
The Inter-American Dialogue hosted a panel discussion on September 19, 2017 to celebrate the launch of its latest report, “English Language Learning in Latin America.”
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La enseñanza del inglés en Argentina
Ariel Fiszbein del Diálogo Interamericano habla sobre los retos que enfrentan los programas de enseñanza de idioma inglés en América Latina.
La enseñanza del inglés en México
Ariel Fiszbein del Diálogo Interamericano habla sobre los retos que enfrentan los programas de enseñanza de idioma inglés en México.
Peace in Colombia’s Countryside? First, Turn On the Lights.
The less than 3 percent of Colombia’s population that lacks electricity lives mainly in areas of the country that have long been controlled by the FARC and other armed groups, such as Chocó in the Pacific, La Guajira on the Caribbean coast, and Putumayo in the Amazon. Not coincidentally, Colombians without access to electricity also have higher rates of poverty, fewer basic public services, and lower education levels than the rest of the country.
Teacher Policy Seminar 2018
Are teacher policies in Latin America effective? What can countries do to strengthen and support teacher selection, development and performance?
Argentina: The state of teacher policy
Findings and recommendations to strengthen teacher policies in Argentina.
The Future of Education in Latin America and the Caribbean
A new report from the Education program analyzes trends in education policy and outcomes, as well as in development assistance and investment. It identifies spaces for US-LAC partnership for new and continued engagement.
Peru: The State of Teacher Policies
What is the state of the teaching profession in Peru? A new report analyzes challenges and opportunities for teacher policies in the country.
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The Future of Education in Latin America and the Caribbean
On June 14, the Education Program launched its new report on the future of education in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Teaching for Success: Teacher Policies in Shanghai and Lessons for Central America
Teacher quality is one of the variables that most influences educational outcomes. Shanghai, one of the best-performing education systems in the world, has a complex teacher policy framework that emphasizes high entry standards and continuous improvement. What lessons can Shanghai’s teacher policies offer Central America?