Australia's education system: how do we compare with the rest of the world?

By Kelsey Munro
Updated October 10 2016 - 11:08am, first published September 16 2016 - 4:07pm
How much have our schools changed? Photo: State Library of Victoria
How much have our schools changed? Photo: State Library of Victoria
Education Minister Simon Birmingham says educators' pay should be linked to their ability to perform. Photo: Louise Kennerley
Education Minister Simon Birmingham says educators' pay should be linked to their ability to perform. Photo: Louise Kennerley

This week the OECD released its major education report card comparing school systems and higher education in 35 advanced economies.