International Computer and Information Literacy Study

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ICILS was designed to respond to a question of critical interest: How well are students prepared for study, work, and life in a digital world? ICILS measures international differences in students’ computer and information literacy. This type of literacy refers to students’ ability to use computers to investigate, create, and communicate effectively at home, at school, in the workplace, and in the community. ICILS was first implemented in 2013 with a follow-up cycle in 2018 and one in progress for 2023. ICILS is an international large-scale assessment of students enrolled in the eighth grade. In addition to student achievement, the study collects a rich array of contextual data on students' home and school environments. ICILS provides education systems and policymakers with an important data source on the contexts and outcomes of computer and information literacy-related education programs. ICILS reports and data are publicly released to allow for continued use of the study outputs in policy analysis and research. ICILS helps countries to monitor their own national targets regarding students’ digital competences and also provides a solid evidence base for researchers, educators, and policymakers for monitoring progress toward the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Furthermore, ICILS data is recognized as an official EU target by the Council of the European Union and EU Member States to support strategic priorities towards the European Education Area and beyond (2021-2030).