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Problems Associated with the Lebanese Educational System, IMG_3188 -…
Problems Associated with the Lebanese Educational System
Religous
division of schools based on religion
inequality in religious studies (Christian students refuse and reject to listen to Muslim teachers or Islamic studies and vice versa)
civil war exacerbated stigma and prejudice among the religions
prioritizing religion over national unity
Political
Legislative/Administrative barriers, complicating registration processes for displaced children
Crises and hostilities, such as armed conflict, leading to the use of schools as shelters
Sectarianism and patronage, greatly influencing this system by influencing hiring and budget decisions in turn
Policy instability and inadequate leadership, which mostly favor the wealthy and capable
Weak governance, and lack of transparency and credibility. Fragmented and inequitable budgeting appears because of this
Governance and Management
Public-school principals have limited authority
Many principals lack required qualifications
No performance evaluation system for school leaders and teachers
Governance is centralized, slow, and politically influenced
Need for stronger accountability & quality assurance (standards) systems
Challenges
• Unequal access to schools (public vs. private).
• Outdated curriculum and teaching methods.
• Lack of resources and support for teachers and students.
• Education focuses more on memorizing than thinking critically.
Resources and Infrastructure
Public schools lack modern buildings & technology
Private schools have better facilities than public ones
Teacher shortages: low qualifications, uneven distribution
Economic crisis → schools cannot afford electricity, fuel, paper
Teachers’ salaries collapsed from $1,000 → <$90
Regional inequalities: Bekaa, Akkar, South, weaker schools and fewer resources, so educational quality depends on where you live.
Syrian refugees create overcrowding & strain on resources
Affected
students
unsafe environment (via war, housing, lack of resources)
instability (going to school 1 day per week then getting time off due to the war or protest or online school)
high tuition compared to salaries
teachers
underpaid and overworked
pressured and uncertain
unsafe and unstable environment (war, protest, and teaching online)
Economic problems
1-many public schools lack basic needs like electricity and internet.
2-poor students end up in week public schools while wealthier students get better education.
3-schools are losing their teachers because they can not afford giving them their fees.
