OECD Reports Decline in Global Teen Reading Skills Linked to Increased Screen Time
The OECD's 2025 assessment of 760,000 15-year-olds across 91 countries reveals a significant decline in reading skills, with average scores dropping by 28 points in OECD countries and 16 points elsewhere since 2015. This decline, linked to increased screen time and digital media use, has led to more hasty and less critical reading. Science and math scores also fell but less sharply. The findings highlight concerns about the impact of digital habits on student learning and long-term educational outcomes.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (40/100). Lens Score 43/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, deccanherald, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (32–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 8 Sept, 09:36 am. Other outlets followed.