The purpose of the study was establishing impact of poverty on the academic performance of school students in Bangladesh. 3 research questions were formulated to guide in the study. The study employed descriptive survey research design while data was collected from websites. Findings revealed that parents were not able to provide their children with learning materials which in turn affected their academic result. It was also found that poor children’s are not privileged with proper environment for education. One of the major findings of the study was that children’s from poor family absent in the class more frequently since they have to get involved with different types of work in home. Inadequate space in home also affect the performance of the students from poor family. 100 Students of four school in Dhaka city were participated in it among them sample of 10 students were selected through convenient sampling. Correlation of their father’s income and their academic performance was run. Based on the findings it was concluded that family’s financial condition has an impact on the children’s academic performance. It was recommend that government should make education free for the students of poor family .Since this study conducted in other countries it was important to identify the impact in Bangladesh.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Statement of the problem
1.2 Purpose of the Study
1.3 Research objectives
1.4 Research Questions
1.5 Significance of the Study
1.6 Hypothesis of the Study
1.8 Limitations of the Study
2. LITERATURE REVIEW
2.0 Introduction
2.1 Effects of Poverty on Pre-school education
2.2 Family poverty and academic achievement
2.3 Effect of poverty on Children’s Cognitive Abilities
2.4 Effects of Poverty on School Achievement Outcomes
2.5 Home Environment on academic achievement
2.6 Review of previous studies
3. Research Methodology
3.1 Research design
3.2 Target population
3.3 Sample and sampling techniques
3.4 Research instruments
3.5 Data collection procedures
3.6 Reliability:
4.1 Results
4.2 Discussion
5. 1 Conclusions
5.2 Recommendations
6. Suggestions for further research
7. REFERENCES
Objectives and Research Focus
This study aims to investigate the impact of socioeconomic status, specifically poverty, on the academic performance of school students in the Dinajpur district of Bangladesh. The research seeks to establish the relationship between parental income, home environment, and a student's educational outcomes.
- Identification of factors contributing to low academic performance among students.
- Assessment of the impact of parental income on school participation and achievement.
- Evaluation of home-related variables on cognitive and academic performance.
- Provision of policy recommendations to support education for children from low-income backgrounds.
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2.2 Family poverty and academic achievement
Although hundreds of studies have documented the association between family poverty and children’s health, achievement, and behavior, few' measure the effects of the timing, depth, and duration of poverty on children, and many fail to adjust for other family characteristics (for example, female headship, mother’s age, and schooling) that may account for much of the observed correlation between poverty and child outcomes. Family income appears to be more strongly related to children’s ability and achievement than to their emotional outcomes (Garrett et al., 1994).
Children who live in extreme poverty or who live below the poverty line for multiple years appear, all other things being equal, to suffer the worst outcomes. The timing of poverty also seems to be important for certain child outcomes. Children who experience poverty during their preschool and early school years have lower rates of school completion than children and adolescents who experience poverty only in later years. Although more research is needed on the significance of the timing of poverty on child outcomes, findings to date suggest that interventions during early childhood may be most important in reducing poverty’s impact on children (Garret et al., 1994).
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: Outlines the problem statement, research objectives, and the significance of studying poverty's effect on student performance.
2. LITERATURE REVIEW: Examines existing academic research regarding poverty, family income, home environment, and their documented effects on cognitive abilities and school achievement.
3. Research Methodology: Details the descriptive survey design, sampling techniques, and data collection procedures used to gather information from students in the Dinajpur district.
4.1 Results: Presents the findings regarding the relationship between the dependent variable (student performance) and independent variable (financial condition).
4.2 Discussion: Discusses the implications of the findings for policy making, decision making, and practical applications in educational funding.
5. 1 Conclusions: Summarizes the study's findings, confirming that family financial status significantly impacts academic results.
5.2 Recommendations: Suggests government intervention to provide free education and necessary resources to students from poor families.
6. Suggestions for further research: Proposes future studies on how specific parental economic activities affect children's education in broader geographical areas.
Keywords
Poverty, Academic Performance, Bangladesh, Parental Income, Home Environment, School Achievement, Cognitive Ability, Socioeconomic Status, Educational Inequality, Early Childhood Education, Student Participation, Economic Hardship, Dinajpur, Quantitative Analysis, Policy Development
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this study?
This study focuses on analyzing how poverty and low family income affect the academic performance and school participation of students in the Dinajpur district of Bangladesh.
What are the central themes of the research?
The central themes include the correlation between family socioeconomic status, the home learning environment, and a child’s cognitive development and school success.
What is the main research question?
The study seeks to identify what factors contribute to low academic performance, the extent of parental income's impact on education, and how home-related factors affect performance.
Which methodology does the author employ?
The study utilizes a descriptive survey research design, collecting data through structured questionnaires and secondary sources, followed by correlation analysis to establish the relationship between variables.
What does the main body of the work cover?
The main body covers a comprehensive literature review of previous global studies on poverty and education, followed by a targeted methodology section and a presentation of empirical data from the selected study area.
What are the key characteristics of this research?
Key characteristics include the application of the HOME scale for environmental assessment, a focus on the early childhood period, and a strong emphasis on evidence-based policy recommendations for the government.
How was the sample group selected?
The sample consisted of 10 students selected from a total population of 100 through convenient sampling, specifically chosen based on the accessibility of their data.
What specific recommendation is made for the government?
The study strongly recommends that the government makes school education free and provides essential learning materials to children from poor families to ensure equitable access to education.
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- Sajjad Hossine Sharif (Autor:in), 2018, Impact of Poverty on the Academic Performance. Selected Students in the North Bengal of Bangladesh, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/953696
