Global Education Reform Movement

The Global Education Reform Movement (GERM) refers to a trend that promotes standardized testing, competition, and accountability in education systems worldwide. It emphasizes measurable outcomes and performance-based evaluations for teachers and schools, often inspired by successful models from countries like Finland and Singapore. Proponents argue it improves educational quality and equity, while critics claim it can undermine teacher creativity and student well-being. GERM seeks to create a more efficient and effective education system but raises important questions about how best to prepare students for an evolving global society.