3 Out of 10 Students in Venezuela Cannot Read or Write
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- 01 Aug 2024
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A recent study conducted by the Alejandro Moreno Popular Research Center has highlighted a critical issue in Venezuela’s education system, 2.8% of children and adolescents in the country are illiterate. This statistic translates to nearly 3 out of 10 students lacking basic reading, writing, and logical-mathematical skills, underscoring the severe educational crisis in the nation.
Edgar Machado, the president of the Venezuelan Union of Teachers of the Capital District (Sinvema DC), has expressed grave concerns about the impact of the deficient educational system on basic education students. Despite significant educational shortcomings, students are often promoted to higher levels of education without being adequately prepared.
Ofelia Rivero from the Democratic Unity of the Education Sector has raised alarms over the high levels of school dropouts. She attributes this trend to the lack of effective educational policies by the state to address the structural problems plaguing the sector. The Alliance for Education, spearheaded by the Popular Education and Social Promotion Movement Fe y Alegría since 2023, reported that at least 2,800,000 school-age children in Venezuela are not attending educational institutions.
Camelia Guerrero, the general secretary of the Bolívar State Teachers' Union (Suma Heres), pointed out that Bolívar state has witnessed a significant dropout rate among both students and teachers. The situation in Bolívar is reflective of broader national trends, where numerous regions are grappling with similar challenges.
Experts have also noted that the 2023-2024 school year has been marred by multiple interruptions in the school calendar. These disruptions further degrade the quality of education and exacerbate the existing issues within the educational framework.
The findings of the Alejandro Moreno Popular Research Center, coupled with insights from educational leaders, paint a troubling picture of Venezuela's educational system. Immediate and comprehensive policy interventions are necessary to address these challenges, improve literacy rates, and ensure that all children have access to quality education.
