Education Policy and Equity: A Comparative Study of Rural School Funding in Brazil and Chile
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rural education, school funding, educational equity, comparative education policy, Brazil, ChileAbstract
This comparative study examines the education policy frameworks and funding mechanisms for rural schools in Brazil and Chile, focusing on equity issues and resource allocation patterns. Through a comprehensive analysis of policy documents, statistical data, and educational outcomes from 2015 to 2023, this research reveals significant disparities in how both nations address rural education challenges. Brazil's decentralized funding model, primarily through FUNDEB, demonstrates greater variability in resource distribution across municipalities, while Chile's centralized voucher system shows more uniform but sometimes inadequate funding for remote areas. The study identifies critical gaps in infrastructure investment, teacher retention, and educational quality indicators in rural contexts. Findings suggest that despite constitutional commitments to educational equity, both countries face persistent challenges in translating policy intentions into equitable outcomes. This research contributes to understanding how Latin American nations can reform funding structures to better serve marginalized rural communities and reduce urban-rural educational divides.
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