The Impact of Gender on Literacy Achievement

Gender has been a significant factor when it comes to literacy achievements. This issue of illiteracy has been affecting both genders, but it’s a bit more pronounced in females. Research shows that there are several reasons why gender impacts literacy achievement, including cultural beliefs and traditions, inadequate education systems, and poverty.

Cultural beliefs and traditions play a significant role in limiting girls’ education in many places worldwide. In some cultures, girls are expected to get married at an early age and start families, which means they don’t have the time to focus on education. Additionally, some cultures believe it is the male’s responsibility to provide for the family, so educating girls seems like a waste of resources to them.

Inadequate education systems also contribute to gender-based literacy inequities. Some schools lack resources and are already overcrowded, leaving girls with no seats. Additionally, female teachers in male-dominated subjects also tend to be a disadvantage to girls, who may find it uncomfortable to learn in a class dominated by male students.

Poverty has a big impact on the literacy levels of girls worldwide. Lack of money for tuition fees, uniforms, and other basic educational resources contribute to the girl-child dropping out of school. Educational resources such as textbooks written in local languages, lack of female teachers, and inadequate healthcare facilities are also significant challenges that contribute to a high drop-out rate among girls.

In conclusion, gender inequality plays a significant role in literacy achievement. Educating females would be the first step in bridging the gap between male and female literacy. Therefore, it’s important to involve governments, parents, and teachers to work together in improving girls’ education to achieve literacy equity.

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