The OECD is a forum in which governments compare and exchange policy experiences, identify good practices in light of emerging challenges, and promote decisions and recommendations to produce better policies for better lives. The OECD’s mission is to promote policies that improve economic and social well-being of people around the world.

For details about the Directorate for Education and Skills, please visit www.oecd.org/education

About the OECD Survey of Adult Skills (PIAAC)

The Survey assesses the proficiency of young people and adults in key information-processing skills essential for participating in the information-rich economies and societies of the 21st century. These are: literacy, numeracy, and problem solving in technology-rich environments. The Survey allows countries to analyse the level and distribution of skills among their population as well as the extent of skills use in different contexts.

For details about the OECD Survey of Adult Skills, please visit www.oecd.org/site/piaac