Improving student performance in public primary schools in developing countries: evidence from Indonesia
Organisation(s) : World Bank
Editeur : 2004
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This paper investigates the correlates of student performance in mathematics and dictation tests among schoolchildren in Indonesia. This is the first such study to use a new nationally representative sample of Indonesian primary-school students. Our dataset includes unique data on teacher absenteeism collected through direct observation, the first ever in Indonesia. We find that teacher absenteeism is indeed a significantly negative correlate of student performance, while availability of school facilities predicts better performance. We also find a significant non-monotonic concave relationship between pupil-teacher ratio and student's mathematics performance. Finally, we discuss the policy implications of the results.
- Stratégies de lutte contre la corruption, Cadre juridique, Construction et équipement scolaires/universitaires, Corruption, Absentéisme, Outils diagnostiques / Enquêtes, Développement économique et social, Examens et diplômes, Elèves/étudiants , Enseignants, Primary education
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Asie et Pacifique
Indonésie