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Global Competence

Pictogram symbolising global competence. A person wearing glasses is looking at a globe.

In 2018, PISA included global competence as an innovative domain for the first time.

Definition

Global competence comprises the following skills:

  • Dealing with global and intercultural issues

  • Understanding and appreciating different perspectives and points of view

  • Interacting successfully and respectfully with other people

  • Working towards collective well-being

  • Working towards sustainable development.