The latest results of the PISA study caused widespread concern, with the press pointing to a two-decade decline in Portuguese students' performance. The data reveal a significant setback in academic achievement indicators.
Experts advise that the publication of this data be analyzed calmly and without alarm. However, they acknowledge the need to debate the causes of this regressive trend in the Portuguese education system.
According to the analysis by Professor Luís Sebastião from the University of Évora, from the Department of Pedagogy and Education, public policies have focused teaching on the development of soft skills and socio-emotional competencies. This approach may have contributed to the decline observed in students' academic results.
