Differences within countries in proficiency in problem solving in technology-rich environments

This chapter explores the ways in which proficiency in problem solving in technology-rich environments varies within countries across various socio-demographic groups. It looks at differences in proficiency related to age, education, gender, parents’ education, immigrant and language background, and participation in adult education and training. In addition, the chapter examines the association among proficiency in these skills, the use of ICT, and literacy proficiency.