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ASER 2024 Report on India's Primary Education

The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2024 by Pratham offers a vital citizen-driven perspective on India’s primary education system, highlighting the effective utilization of taxpayer money in educating the younger generation and strengthening the foundation for a resilient economy.

Key Findings

  • Demand for Education: There is a significant demand for education across the country.
  • Early Childhood Education: Over 80% of rural children aged 3-4 are enrolled in pre-primary institutions, aligning with NEP 2020's goals for universal early childhood education.
  • Elementary Level Improvements:
    • Enrolment and foundational skills in reading and arithmetic have improved across all grades compared to 2022.
    • Basic school infrastructure has expanded.
    • NIPUN Bharat now covers most schools.
  • Proficiency Gains: Government school students in classes 1-8 have surpassed pre-pandemic levels in reading and maths skills.

Digital Literacy and Gender Disparities

  • Digital Literacy Inclusion: The report, for the first time, includes a section on digital literacy among 14-16-year-olds.
  • Gender Disparities: A critical gap in gender disparities is observed in access to smartphones and digital skills.
  • Urgency of Addressing Disparities:
    • Addressing this gap is urgent as digital literacy becomes as essential as foundational education.
    • Without timely intervention, these disparities could widen, undermining digital age preparedness.

Recommendations

  • Targeted Policies and Budgeting: Proper budgeting and targeted policies are crucial to ensure digital skills receive the necessary attention.
  • Fostering an Equitable Education System: Emphasis on fostering a well-rounded education system that addresses both foundational and digital skills.
  • Tags :
  • Digital Literacy
  • ASER
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