By Matthias Eck, UNESCO There is a troubling gap in reading achievement between boys and girls. This disparity is not just an academic issue, it is a barrier to boys’ full participation in society. As we mark International Literacy Day on 8 September, UNESCO and the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA) are […] The post Why boys need more support in building reading motivation, confidence, and engagement appeared first on World Education Blog.