Inequality in Higher Educational Institutions
Dr. Radhika Kapur
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Abstract
In higher educational institutions, the individuals are required to observe inequalities in terms of number
of aspects. Some of the important aspects include, nationality, religion, background, and socio-economic status
of the members, housing, academic courses and programs, technology, infrastructure, teaching-learning
methods, instructional strategies, organization of seminars and workshops and so forth. These inequalities are
primarily depicted due to the availability of resources and educational objectives. The inequalities in higher
educational institutions are apparent, especially in terms of the above stated factors. But it is the job duty of the
educationists to ensure that they do not impose any kinds of detrimental effects upon the functioning of the
educational institutions and enabling the individuals to achieve academic goals. Therefore, it can be stated that
prevalence of inequalities should have constructive outcomes. The students, especially from other nationalities
and cultures should be provided with assistance to adjust to other cultures, norms and standards. The main
areas that have been taken into account in this research paper include, significance of diversity and inequality
in higher education, and factors which illustrate inequalities in higher educational institutions.
Keywords: Diversity; Employment Opportunities; Higher Educational Institutions; Inequality; Skills
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