The PISA Syndrome: How the OECD Has Hijacked Our Perception of Pupils, Schools, and Education

The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) by the OECD has become a dominant force in shaping global educational policies. While intended to provide a benchmark for educational success, PISA has led to a syndrome where the evaluation of pupils, schools, and education is narrowly defined by test scores. This article explores the impact of the PISA syndrome on our educational systems and how it has altered our perception of what education should truly be.