Educational Inequality in Indonesia
Educational inequality in Indonesia is a complex problem influenced by various factors such as geography, economy, socio-culture, and teacher quality. Remote areas, poor families, and minority groups often face obstacles in accessing quality education. As a result, there is a significant educational gap between urban and rural areas, as well as between different community groups. This inequality has an impact on the quality of human resources, economic growth, and equitable development.
The main causes of this inequality include
Geographic factors
Remote areas, borders, and small islands often have limited access to schools, quality teachers, and adequate educational facilities.
Economic factors
Families with weak economic conditions often have difficulty financing their children's education, including school fees, uniforms, books, and transportation.
Socio-cultural factors
Gender, ethnic, or religious discrimination can limit access to education for certain groups. In addition, the assumption that girls' education is not as important as boys' is also an obstacle.
Teacher quality
The uneven quality of teachers, especially in remote areas, is also a factor that affects the quality of education.
