Reviews of National Policies for Education: Santa Catarina State, Brazil 2010

20110405-santacatarinaEducation is a central priority for the State of Santa Catarina. Its policy makers are firmly committed to providing a relevant and efficient education system that responds to the requirements of the global economy and allows the state to be competitive, both nationally and internationally.

This OECD review gives a brief overview of education in Santa Catarina and its development. It presents an analysis of the system from pre-school to tertiary education and lifelong learning, and identifies key directions for policy reform in light of the challenges encountered by officials, communities, enterprises, educators, parents and students. It concludes with a set of key recommendations concerning the structure of the system and its labour market relevance; access and equity; governance and management; research, development and innovation; internationalisation; and financing.

This report will be useful for professionals in Santa Catarina as well as their Brazilian and international counterparts.

Lichia Yiu was one member of the OECD expert team in conducting this review and drafted this policy report.

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OECD Reviews of National Policies for Education: Santa Catarina State, Brazil 2010