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Why is inequity so relevant in education?

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Why is inequity so relevant in education?

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Acording to the UN, "Inequity is perhaps the most serious problem in education worldwide. " But why?

difficults the students ability to learn

it can cause an infinite cycle of poverty and faill (someone born poor doesnt have an acces to quality education--> That person does not grow knowledge-->that person is less likely to get a job--> that person has kids who are born poor-->the cycle repeats)

it may obstruct the countries economic growth

How does it affect students?

" it would take 15-year-old Brazilian students 75 years, at their current rate of improvement, to reach wealthier countries’ average scores in math, and more than 260 years in reading."

80% of indigenous people don't demostrate basic reading, math and general culture knowledge

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Recognizing and Overcoming Inequity in Education _ United Nations

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Why is education different in every country?

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Why is education different in every country?

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There are many factors contributing to inequality among the globe.

Examples:

Poverty

instability (poitical, natural disasters,)

Discrimination (difficult acces for the disabled, gender)

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Addressing the global education crisis - UN Today

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By and for international civil servants, UN Today brings to staff, diplomats, and the wider international Geneva community an introspective analysis of what affects our life and work in Geneva and how to make the best of it.

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technology has made learning more fun and provided students a broad amount of information easy to acces.

students can learn about what they are passionate about, this makes them enjoy learning

it makes the teacher-student communication more effective when aoutside of school time.

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How Does Technology Impact Student Learning Outcomes?

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Explore how technology shapes student learning, its benefits and challenges, and discover tips for effective use. Learn how to enhance education today!

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Impact of Covid-19 in economical defficiency countries and schools.

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Impact of Covid-19 in economical defficiency countries and schools.

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In the pandemic (2020-2022) about 190 countries closed their schools completely, but not all of them had the advantaje of technology acces, in those countries who didn't, education had an immense negative effect.

9/10 students were not able to go to school

"Online learning allows teachers to maintain a classroom-like environment for students, to send assignments and receive completed work to be assessed. It also permits teachers to maintain daily communication with students, checking not only their educational progress but also their well-being."

50% of students dont have acces to a computer

in sub saharan countries (Africa) 89% of people couldn't have acces to on-line learning and missed out a lot of information

in most countries with a low economy, the students education delayed 2 years

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As the world has raced to curb the COVID-19 pandemic, 191 countries have closed schools, from pre-primary to tertiary level, affecting at least 1.5 billion - or more than 9 out of 10 - students worldwide.

To minimize the disruption, many governments and institutions have turned to distance education to maintain teaching and learning. Online learning allows teachers to maintain a classroom-like environment for students, to send assignments and receive completed work to be assessed. It also permits teachers to maintain daily communication with students, checking not only their educational progress but also their well-being.

Yet, according to recent figures compiled by the Teacher Task Force, based on data from the UNESCO Institute for Statistics and the International Telecommunication Union, almost half of the world's students face significant barriers to online learning. Globally, some 826 million - 50 per cent - do not have access to a household computer, while 43 per cent - about 706 million - do not have access to internet at home. In low-income countries, rates of access are even lower. In sub-Saharan Africa, 89 per cent of learners do not have access to household computers and 82 per cent lack Internet access.

Mobile phones have demonstrated great potential for connecting learners with information and one another, but about 56 million learners worldwide live in remote locations not served by mobile networks, with almost half of them living in sub-Saharan Africa.

Some countries have turned to more traditional media to ensure access to those affected by this digital divide. In Peru, the Ministry of Education uses an online education platform, "Aprendo en casa", to develop programmes accessible via television and radio for students with no internet and computer/mobile phone access. Countries were able to share their experience in distance education learning strategies during UNESCO's fifth COVID-19 Education Response Webinar.

Moreover, an estimated 63 million primary and secondary teachers worldwide have been affected by the unprecedented disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Even for teachers in countries with reliable information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure and household connectivity, the rapid transition to online learning has been challenging. For teachers in regions where ICT and other distance methodologies are not available, such as Cameroon, where only 20-25% of teachers have access to a computer, the transition has been difficult or impossible.

Teacher education is a particular challenge in low-income countries. Across sub-Saharan Africa, just 64 per cent of primary and 50 per cent of secondary teachers, have met the national minimum training requirements to teach. In many countries, training seldom covers ICT skills adequately.

In addition, there are not enough teachers in low-income countries, resulting in large classes in which teachers struggle to give personalized instruction to each child. Compared to the international benchmark of 1 teacher per 28 pupils in primary education, there is only 1 trained teacher per 56 pupils in low-income countries, and 1 per 60 in sub-Saharan Africa.

To ensure teachers receive appropriate support during this crisis, the Teacher Task Force joined UNESCO's Global Education Coalition, and recently released a Call for Action to support teachers affected by the pandemic.
Infographic: COVID-19: a global crisis for teaching and learning
COVID-19 Education Response webinars:

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COVID-19 highlights the digital divide in distance learning

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As the world has raced to curb the COVID-19 pandemic, 191 countries have closed schools, from pre-primary to tertiary level, affecting at least 1.5 billion - or more than 9 out of 10 - students worldwide. To minimize the disruption, many governments and institutions have turned to distance education to maintain teaching and learning.

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The UN has created 17 goals that will help the world be a united and better place to live.

All members of the United Nations are working constantly to achieve these goals

They started creating them in a conference held in 1992 in Brazil

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This goal focuses mainly on education.

The main target is to ensure free, high-quality primary and secondary education for everyone, regardless of culture, race, social status, gender, etc.

There are various other important targets such as: Eliminating discrimination, promoting education for sustainable developement and global citizenship

According to the UN, "Education liberates the intellect, unlocks the imagination and is fundamental for self-respect. It is the key to prosperity and opens a world of opportunities, making it possible for each of us to contribute to a progressive, healthy society. Learning benefits every human being and should be available to all."

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Goal 4: Quality education - The Global Goals

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Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

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Education quality comparisson through the years

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Mali (30% literary rate)

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Chad (25% literary rate)

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Do you think education should be free for every sudent?

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A side by side comparison of two classrooms. One is rich, clean, with multiple technologies (a projector, computers) The other one with dirty walls, broken desks, a small ruined green board,.

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A futuristic school where all ethnicities' kids can learn. The school having technology and all kids being happy.