High-performing nations set themselves on a course of steady, long-term improvement, which includes consistent practices for recruiting, preparing, and supporting teachers. That is among the big takeaways from state legislators who participated in a yearlong study of education outside the United States.

The study was convened by the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)  to explore how education functions in countries that are high performers on the PISA assessment. The 22 legislators all serve on their states’ legislative education committees.

What they’ve learned so far has surprised them.

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