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World Education Access Data
Education & Learning Analytics
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This dataset provides a focused overview of global educational progress, highlighting the substantial achievements in increasing fundamental education levels across the world. It underscores the recognition of access to education as a basic right and illustrates the historical transformation from education as a privilege for a small elite in the early 1800s to its widespread provision today. The data reflects a significant reversal in educational attainment, with most adults now possessing basic literacy skills. It also includes specific out-of-school rates for different age groups and genders, offering insights into current educational access challenges.
Columns
- countries: The name of the country or geographical area.
- latitude: The geographical latitude coordinate for each country.
- longitude: The geographical longitude coordinate for each country.
- OOSR_Pre0Primary_Age_Male: The out-of-school rate for males of pre-primary age.
- OOSR_Pre0Primary_Age_Female: The out-of-school rate for females of pre-primary age.
- OOSR_Primary_Age_Male: The out-of-school rate for males of primary school age.
- OOSR_Primary_Age_Female: The out-of-school rate for females of primary school age.
- OOSR_Lower_Secondary_Age_Male: The out-of-school rate for males of lower secondary school age.
- OOSR_Lower_Secondary_Age_Female: The out-of-school rate for females of lower secondary school age.
- OOSR_Upper_Secondary_Age_Male: The out-of-school rate for males of upper secondary school age.
Distribution
The dataset is typically provided as a CSV file, named 'global_education_data new.csv', with a file size of 22.02 kB. It comprises 10 columns containing various educational indicators. The data covers 202 unique countries or areas. Specific numbers for rows or records are reflected by the count of unique countries included.
Usage
- Analysing trends and patterns in global educational access and attainment.
- Identifying specific regions or demographics facing higher out-of-school rates.
- Informing educational policy development and intervention strategies at national and international levels.
- Supporting academic research on education development, gender disparities, and literacy rates.
- Visualising the current state of global education and historical progress.
Coverage
This dataset offers global coverage, presenting data for 202 distinct countries and areas worldwide. It focuses on out-of-school rates for males and females across pre-primary, primary, lower secondary, and upper secondary age groups. The context provided highlights educational progress over two centuries, noting a profound shift from extremely limited access in the early 1800s to the current state where basic education and literacy are widely prevalent.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Educational Researchers: For studying global education systems, equity, and outcomes.
- Government Agencies & Policymakers: To guide national education strategies and resource allocation.
- Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs): For advocacy, programme planning, and impact assessment in education.
- Data Scientists & Analysts: To build models, perform statistical analyses, and create visualisations related to global education.
- Journalists & Media Professionals: To report on worldwide educational challenges, achievements, and disparities.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Education Out-of-School Rates
- World Education Access Data
- International Educational Progress Metrics
- Global School Enrolment Gaps
- Education Development Indicators
Attributes
Original Data Source: World Education Access Data
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