Address Educational Inequality: Current State, Causes, and Strategies

Abstract

In contemporary society, the escalating issue of educational inequality is amplifying social stratification and giving rise to various associated problems. This study first investigates the current situation of educational inequality, and then delves into the origins and exacerbating factors contributing to educational inequality. Through an analysis of existing secondary data and a synthesis of conclusions from prior research on the relationship between socioeconomic inequality, social origin and education, intergenerational mobility of education, etc. Four primary factors contributing to or intensifying educational inequality are identified: family socioeconomic status (SES), societal structure and cultural influences, impediments within the educational system, and disruptive events such as the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to these identified factors, the study proposes three strategic measures: educational policy reforms by governments, innovative educational methods and digital resources in schools, and community-oriented resource centers in communities. The paper concludes with a discussion of both theoretical and practical implications stemming from these findings.