Scientific literacy means a the student's ability to use scientific research, formulate questions and draw evidence-based conclusions about science-related issues, as well as a students´s understanding of the characteristic features of science as a form of human knowledge and enquiry; awareness of how science and technology shape our material, intellectual, and cultural environments; and willingness to engage in science-related issues as a reflective citizen.
An important consideration in PISA is young people's ability to master scientific concepts and phenomena in real-life situations and in solving problems arising from future needs.
In 2006 56 countries/economies participated in the PISA assessment, 30 of which were OECD members.
| Finland's results: | Score points | OECD countries | All participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific literacy | 563 | 1st | 1st |
| Mathematical literacy | 548 | 1st. | 2st |
| Reading literacy | 547 | 2nd. | 2nd |
See also
PISA 2006 Finland - analyses reflections and explanations
Ministry of Education Publications 2008:44