Young people and education

Young people and education

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social class, reading skills, education level, PISA, educational performance, youth

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Social Inclusion

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Millennials: a generation lost between two world crises?

What future lies ahead for millennials? We will be discussing this question with Fabrizio Bernardi, Professor of Sociology at the European University Institute. From 29 November to 1 December, at CaixaForum Madrid. Event language: Spanish.

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Number of generations necessary so that those born in families with low incomes can reach the average level of income in their society

In Spain, according to this indicator, it takes four generations to improve the incomes of families with precarious finances.

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Percentage of people who view themselves as above their parents or grandparents on the social ladder

Some 29% of Spaniards have a social position above that of their parents, and over 40% believe they have risen above their grandparents on the social ladder.

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The divide between young and elderly

Is it more difficult for young people to satisfy their aspirations today? This report analyses in depth the divide that has opened between elderly people and their grandchildren, a generation disenchanted with its future.

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Are policies designed to prevent early school leaving working in Spain?

Is the Learning and Performance Improvement Programme (PMAR) effective for the prevention of early school leaving? According to this study, participating in the PMAR increases the probability of obtaining an ESO qualification by 12%.

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Divide between rich and poor

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Why in Spain are there growing numbers of rich but also increasing number of poor people? This report analyses how an asymmetrical wealth distribution model leads to a society that is advancing at two speeds.

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