1. Mathematics and Science Instruction -- Stimulating Learning in Math and Science Facility with mathematics and science is key to success in a global economy driven by technological development and the use of information and data.
2. Using Information Technology to Support Teaching and Learning Access to and use of information and communication technologies (ICT) are of primary concern for educators in all APEC economies. 3. Learning Each Other's Languages The ability to communicate across language barriers is essential to international trade and to building mutual understanding among interconnected global economies.
4. Governance and Systemic Reform -- Centralization and Decentralization Many APEC members are reforming education governance systems to meet the challenges they face in teaching the skills students require for the 21st Century.
