U.S. Teenagers' Performance in Global Assessments

These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to U.S. teenagers' academic performance in global assessments, particularly focusing on PISA results and related educational issues.

PISA

Program for International Student Assessment; an international assessment that measures academic performance of 15-year-olds in reading, math, and science.

OECD

Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development; an intergovernmental organization with 38 member countries that evaluates education systems through PISA.

Achievement Gaps

Disparities in academic performance between groups of students, often based on socioeconomic status or other factors.

Standardized Test Scores

Scores obtained from standardized assessments, which are used to measure students' academic performance relative to a specific benchmark.

Global Average

The mean score across all participating countries in international assessments, used for comparison.

Advanced Level

In the context of educational assessments, a high achievement level that signifies mastery of complex subject matter.

Educational Disparities

Differences in educational quality and access that can affect student learning outcomes, often influenced by factors like income and race.

Pandemic Impact on Education

The effects of COVID-19 on academic performance, particularly in relation to extended school closures and shifts in instructional methods.

Federal Emergency Spending

Government funding allocated to education to mitigate negative impacts of the pandemic, used for tutoring and curriculum changes.

Math Reform

Changes implemented in the educational system aimed at improving math education and addressing low performance levels.