Economic Inequality and Adolescent Learning Outcomes

The economic status of the family is an important factor in facilitating the education and academic success of a teenager. Although the students enthusiasm for learning, the professionalism of the teacher, and the school environment play an important role in the students academic achievements, the social or economic background of the family determines the extent to which the student will be able to fully utilize these resources.The monograph details the economic status that affects the students academic outcomes. Based on the research conducted in Georgia, we see that children from low-income families have limited educational resources; they may not have their own workspace, computer, or Internet access, books, and other necessary materials. At the same time, parents in such families often do not have the time or energy to be actively involved in their childrens learning, which further contributes to educational inequality.One of the goals of the conference is to draw the attention of the education system, schools, and policymakers to how we can improve equal access to education for socially vulnerable groups and to share practical recommendations.