School children’s learning levels continue to decline
Summary
Government data reveals a consistent decline in learning levels among grade 8 students in Nepal across key subjects despite various educational programs and policy efforts.
Key Points
- Learning achievements among grade 8 students in Mathematics, Nepali, English, and Science have dropped below baseline levels between 2018/19 and 2023/24.
- Government targets to improve learning scores were not met, with notable declines seen in all four subjects.
- Technical education enrollment has decreased, falling short of government targets for higher education streams.
- Many government educational reform programs were announced but not implemented, and budget utilization was low, contributing to the decline in learning outcomes.
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