Analysis of the Gap Between Urban and Rural Education in China from the Perspective of Educational Equity
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Urban-rural education gap is a social problem that has not been completely solved despite the government’s great efforts to reform and develop education. This paper discusses the education gap between urban and rural areas in terms of resources, opportunities and achievements of youth in urban areas and rural areas. This paper analyzes historical, economic, cultural and institutional factors leading to the urban-rural education gap. This paper analyzes the distribution of educational resources through theoretical analysis, including the allocation of teachers, teaching facilities and government investment. Furthermore, this paper analyzes the influence of household registration system, unbalanced economic development, culture and social mobility on education. The results of this study show that the educational resources and environment of rural students are seriously limited, and the education level is below the standard. This study propose comprehensive reform plans to solve the problem of urban-rural education gap, including the formulation of corresponding support policies for rural areas and the use of technology to improve access to quality education. Future research should use mixed methods to study the urban-rural education gap.
Author: Shanshan Ma
Institution: City University of Hong Kong
Language: English
Topic: Education in Rural Contexts
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4404493141