Factors Affecting Academic Achievement Gap amongst Urban and Rural Students in Education
Fangling Liu *
Department of Educational Leadership and Management, Faculty of Education, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia.
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Abstract
This study focuses on the impact of educational equity policies on the academic achievement gap between urban and rural students in basic education. The literature review method is used here to investigate the state of education and the academic achievement gap among urban-rural students. The literature review reveals that disparities in teacher quality, resource allocation, and policy implementation are central to the urban-rural achievement gap in China. Hence, it is recommended that the government take steps to establish a line of communication with parents, students, and community members. In addition, ensuring targeted expenditure for professional development and resources for rural teachers can boost rural education as well as the retention of teachers.
Keywords: Educational equity policies, urban and rural students, academic achievement, teaching quality, economic and cultural backgrounds