An open discussion of what are the key factors that successful education systems have in common. I am interested in all the levels of education primary, secondary and higher education.
I would also like opinions of the academics on what they think are the techniques that must be employed on nurturing young minds to foster creativity
What would your definition of "BEST" be?
Do I understand you first want to know which country is "best" and after this identify which factors in this country contribute to this?
I good starting point would be the PISA ranking; http://www.oecd.org/pisa/
Mr. Van Wesel I think my question became a little confusing so I will edit it to clarify the doubts.
Dear colleague, my perspective on your question takes the view the "career development learning" facilitates students to develop their personal reasons to explore and pursue STEM--this is the "why factor." Students need to know their "why" they need to learn, and their "why" is a powerful motivator for learning a particular topic. This requires a pedagogy that raises awareness and aspirations for STEM.
There are a few approaches to developing such a pedagogy. With respect to how students develop their interests in occupations, I refer you to the social cognitive career theory (SCCT) as one conceptual framework that may inform your pedagogy. You will find a useful review of the literature pertaining to that theory in the paper by Lent and Brown (2014).
Lent, R. W., & Brown, S. D. (2013). Social cognitive model of career self-management: Toward a unifying view of adaptive career behavior across the life span. Journal of Counseling Psychology. doi: 10.1037/a0033446
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