A REVIEW ON THE STRUCTURE AND PRIORITIES OF THE SWEDISH EDUCATION SYSTEM

Abstract

Education is closely linked to a person's life chances, income, and well-being worldwide. Therefore, it is crucial to understand what factors influence educational attainment. This conceptual paper employs content analysis methods, using Esping-Andersen's classification of social welfare state concept, to understand the structure of the Swedish education system through a 5-week desk-based data collection. The findings revealed that the Swedish pedagogical system is structured around an objectives-based management system. To improve educational outcomes, the Swedish government prioritizes smaller class sizes, best practices for teacher preparation, adequate compensation for educators, and experiential learning over testing. The paper provides insights into the strengths and challenges of the Swedish pedagogical system and its potential as a model for other nations.