Making the Grade

By Jennifer Craw

As students all over the world prepare to head back to school, we look at three models of grade retention in Japan, the Netherlands and the U.S. to see how each impacts student performance.

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Pre-service Practical Training for Teachers Around the World
Pre-service Practical Training for Teachers Around the World
Top-performing education systems require significantly longer and more structured classroom practicum experiences with expert mentorship for teacher candidates, compared to the inconsistent and often shorter requirements across U.S. states.

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School Leadership in the Global Top Performers
School Leadership in the Global Top Performers
Top education systems select school leaders from among the very best teachers, providing strong mentorship support as they progress in their careers.

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How Top Performers Choose School Principals
How Top Performers Choose School Principals
Top-performing education systems require aspiring principals to have teaching experience, leadership qualifications, and often leadership training programs.

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