Abstract
Using PISA and PIAAC data from twelve OECD countries, we examine the gap in cognitive skills among immigrants and natives and evaluate how those differences have evolved over time. We also consider how demographics, family background and school quality explain the development of cognitive skills of young people with immigrant backgrounds. The results show, first, that some convergence in skills occurs between second-generation immigrants and natives over time. Second, demographics, family background and school quality variables all contribute to the achievement gaps across different groups.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 102466 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Journal | International Journal of Educational Development |
Volume | 86 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Oct 2021 |
JEL classifications
- i24 - Education and Inequality
- i25 - Education and Economic Development
Keywords
- School quality and education performance
- Migration and education
- EDUCATIONAL-ACHIEVEMENT
- STUDENT-ACHIEVEMENT
- INTERNATIONAL DIFFERENCES
- COUNTRIES
- YOUTHS
- PERFORMANCE
- DESTINATION
- RESOURCES
- ABILITY
- SPAIN