ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty.
Established in 1966, it is owned by 68 members—49 from the region.
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ADB supports projects in developing member countries that create economic and development impact, delivered through both public and private sector operations, advisory services, and knowledge support.
Jukka Tulivuori
Jukka Tulivuori joined ADB/SDCC on 1 October 2019. As part of the team, Jukka is improving teaching and learning outcomes in school education in the area of Asia-Pacific.
Jukka’s main interest areas have been Science and Environmental education as well as ICT in Education. He has been a Curriculum Specialist and was heavily involved in planning of the new Finnish Core Curriculum for Basic Education. He has also been a member of various working groups: including UNESCO, European Commission and European Schoolnet.
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Challenges and Opportunities in Teacher Education Reforms
This brief draws on lessons from Finland, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and Uzbekistan to explore how governments can strengthen training and continuous professional development for teachers to boost their skills and improve student learning outcomes. -
STEM and Education Technology in Bangladesh, Cambodia, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Uzbekistan: A Synthesis Report
This publication focuses on the state of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and education technology (EdTech) in Bangladesh, Cambodia, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Uzbekistan.
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Teacher Professional Development Case Studies: K-12, TVET, and Tertiary Education
This publication discusses how to create sustainable and high quality teacher capacity development systems for primary and secondary education, technical and vocational education and training, and higher education.
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ADB Support for School Education (K–12) in Asia and the Pacific
This brief provides an overview of ADB’s school education support for its developing member countries and discusses lessons learned and emerging priorities.
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Different Approaches to Learning Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: Case Studies from Thailand, the Republic of Korea, Singapore, and Finland
This publication presents case studies on the successful application of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in Thailand, the Republic of Korea, Singapore, and Finland.
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10 Steps to Give Children with Disabilities a Quality Education
In Asia and the Pacific, children with disabilities have been hit harder by the learning crisis and pandemic than most. Quick action is needed to give them the inclusive education they deserve. -
These 6 Urgent Actions are Needed to Recover from Pandemic School Closures
A strategic combination of actions at local and national level is needed to recover from learning losses caused by COVID-19 and address the learning crisis that existed long before the pandemic. -
STEM Education is Vital to National Development. Here’s How We Can Support It
Taking an integrated approach to teaching science, technology, engineering, and mathematics is crucial to the growth of developing countries. It should be enhanced wherever possible. -
Teacher Quality is the Key to Improving Education in Asia and the Pacific
Teachers are a key element of addressing the ongoing education crisis in Asia and the Pacific. Fully supporting educators now will pay off generously over the long term.