Assessment at PAL Network

PAL Network supports learning assessments that generate actionable evidence on children’s foundational learning. Our work spans global, regional, and member-led initiatives grounded in citizen-led assessment principles.

International Common Assessments of Numeracy and Reading (ICAN-ICAR)

ICAN-ICAR is PAL Network’s flagship assessment program, offering globally comparable measures of foundational numeracy and reading. Implemented across multiple countries, it supports learning monitoring, policy dialogue, and cross-country comparisons.

ICAN-ICAR Outputs

Global Report – 2025

English

Portugese

Spanish

French

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French22.43 MB10 DownloadPreview

Technical Documentation

Technical Report

Methodology and results

Technical Manual

Assessment design and implementation

  • Framework
  • Sampling
  • Data Processing
  • Tools and Instruments

Other PAL Network–Led Assessments

Past ICAN Rounds
PAL‑ELANA

PAL‑ELANA is a regional assessment and learning measurement initiative focused on strengthening evidence and collaboration across Latin America.

PAL Network members conduct national and sub‑national assessments tailored to local contexts, aligned with citizen‑led principles. These assessments generate country‑specific insights while contributing to shared learning across the network.