Regional thematic consultation of Western European and North American States (Group I Countries) on Education in the Post-2015 Development Agenda, Paris, France, 5-6 December 2013: background paper

This paper first describes ongoing trends affecting education systems in Western Europe and North America , as well as Turkey, and reflects on their policy implications. The paper then analyses current indicators of education in the region and mentions key existing strategies and policies. Finally, it reflects on the relevance of the emerging post-2015 agenda for the region.