A Study on the Differences in Professional Development Among Urban and Rural Primary School Teachers and Strategies for Promoting Balanced Development
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This paper focuses on the differences in professional development among urban and rural primary school teachers. It analyzes the manifestations of these differences from aspects such as teacher structure, professional competence, and development resources, and delves into the underlying causes, including economic factors, policy orientations, and social perceptions. Based on this analysis, the paper proposes strategies to promote balanced professional development among urban and rural primary school teachers, such as optimizing teacher allocation, strengthening training and exchange programs, and improving policy safeguards. The aim is to narrow the educational gap between urban and rural areas and advance educational equity.
Author: Jiajing Jia
Institution: Xi'an Fanyi University
Language: English
Topic: Education in Rural Contexts
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4413356574