Finnish perceptions of PISA Success: Previous Research, Part Three

The Ministry of Education also addresses the reasons behind Finland's high outcomes in PISA on its website.  It does not list one reason; rather, it lists many.  

The Ministry of Education lists the following background reasons for Finnish success in PISA:

1. Equal opportunities
2. Comprehensiveness of education
3. Competent teachers
4. Student counseling and special needs education
5. Encouraging evaluation
6. Significance of education in society
7. A flexible system based on empowerment
8. Cooperation
9. A student-oriented, active conception of learning