Fixing the Foundation - Teachers and Basic Education in East Asia and Pacific

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The report examines the education and teaching challenges facing East Asia and Pacific countries amid evolving economic and social conditions. It situates teacher quality, learning outcomes, and basic education systems within broader goals for sustainable development and highlights how regional and global evidence can inform practical policy choices. Framing education as an opportunity for growth, the work supports public debate, policy design, and development practice by translating knowledge into actionable responses.

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Fixing the Foundation

Teachers and Basic Education in East Asia and Pacific

World Bank East Asia and Pacific Regional Report

Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Rythia Afkar, Tara Béteille, Mary E. Breeding, Toby Linden, Andrew D. Mason, Aaditya Mattoo, Tobias Pfutze, Lars M. Sondergaard, and Noah Yarrow Fixing the Foundation Teachers and Basic Education in East Asia and Pacific WORLD BANK EAST ASIA AND PACIFIC REGIONAL REPORT Fixing the Foundation WORLD BANK EAST ASIA AND PACIFIC REGIONAL REPORTS Known for their economic success and dynamism, countries in the East Asia and Pacific region must tackle an increasingly complex set of challenges to continue on a path of sustainable development. Learning from others within the region and beyond can help identify what works, what doesn’t, and why, in the search for practical solutions to these challenges. This regional flagship series presents analyses of issues relevant to the region, drawing on the global knowledge and experience of the World Bank and its partners. The series aims to inform public discussion, policy formulation, and development practitioners’ actions to turn challenges into opportunities. TITLES IN THE SERIES The Innovation Imperative for Developing East Asia A Resurgent East Asia: Navigating a Changing World Growing Smarter: Learning and Equitable Development in East Asia and Pacific Riding the Wave: An East Asian Miracle for the 21st Century Live Long and Prosper: Aging in East Asia and Pacific East Asia Pacific at Work: Employment, Enterprise, and Well-Being Toward Gender Equality in East Asia and the Pacific: A Companion to the World Development Report Putting Higher Education to Work: Skills and Research for Growth in East Asia All books in this series are available for free at [https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/handle/10986/2147](https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/handle/10986/2147). World Bank East Asia and Pacific Regional Report Fixing the Foundation Teachers and Basic Education in East Asia and Pacific Rythia Afkar Tara Béteille Mary E. Breeding Toby Linden Andrew D. Mason Aaditya Mattoo Tobias Pfutze Lars M. Sondergaard Noah Yarrow © 2023 International Bank for Reconstruction and Development / The World Bank 1818 H Street, NW, Washington, DC 20433 Telephone: 202-473-1000; [internet: www.worldbank.org](internet: www.worldbank.org) Some rights reserved 1 2 3 4 26 25 24 23 This work is a product of the staff of The World Bank with external contributions. The findings, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in this work do not necessarily reflect the views of The World Bank, its Board of Executive Directors, or the governments they represent. The World Bank does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or currency of the data included in this work and does not assume responsibility for any errors, omissions, or discrepancies in the information, or liability with respect to the use of or failure to use the information, methods, processes, or conclusions set forth. The boundaries, colors, denominations, and other information shown on any map in this work do not imply any judgment on the part of The World Bank concerning the legal status of any territory or the endorsement or acceptance of such boundaries. Nothing herein shall constitute or be construed or considered to be a limitation upon or waiver of the privileges and immunities of The World Bank, all of which are specifically reserved. Rights and Permissions This work is available under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 IGO license (CC BY 3.0 IGO) [http://](http://)[ ](http://)[creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/igo. Under](creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/igo. Under) the Creative Commons Attribution license, you are free to copy, distribute, transmit, and adapt this work, including for commercial purposes, under the following conditions: Attribution—Please cite the work as follows: Afkar, Rythia, Tara Béteille, Mary E. Breeding, Toby Linden, Andrew D. Mason, Aa

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What region and education level does the report focus on?

It focuses on teachers and basic education in East Asia and Pacific.

What is the purpose of the regional flagship series mentioned in the report?

The series aims to inform public discussion, policy formulation, and practitioners’ actions by turning regional challenges into opportunities through analysis and evidence.

How can readers access the full set of books in the series?

They are available for free at the World Bank Open Knowledge platform link shown in the document.

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