Compulsory education refers to the basic education stage that must be accepted according to national laws or policies. It is usually an educational system provided and implemented by the government for a specific age group.
General definition of compulsory education:
1, scope and time limit
Compulsory education is usually suitable for children and adolescents within a specific age range, which can be determined according to the education laws and regulations of the country or region. In most countries, the duration of compulsory education includes primary education (generally primary school, generally 6-8 years) and secondary education (generally junior high school, generally 3-4 years).
2. Free and universal
Compulsory education requires the government to provide free basic education opportunities, ensure that all school-age children receive education equally, and promote the popularization of education.
3, statutory and mandatory
Compulsory education is usually stipulated and implemented by national laws or policies. The law stipulates that children and adolescents must receive a certain number of years of education and have corresponding obligations and responsibilities to parents, guardians and schools.
The significance of compulsory education:
1. Equal educational opportunities
Compulsory education ensures that every child has equal rights to receive education. Regardless of family background, economic status or social status, every child can get basic educational resources and opportunities to promote social fairness and equality.
2. Enhance human capital.
Compulsory education provides the younger generation with basic knowledge and ability, enabling them to actively participate in social and economic development. Through education, students can cultivate skills, knowledge and creative thinking, lay a foundation for future employment and career development, and improve the overall level of human capital.
3. Social development and economic growth
Educated countries are often more innovative and competitive. Popularizing compulsory education can improve the overall cultural level, scientific literacy and technical skills, and promote the sustainable development of social economy and the cultivation of innovation-driven economy.
4. Fully develop personal potential
Compulsory education not only pays attention to imparting subject knowledge, but also pays attention to cultivating students' comprehensive literacy and personal development. It encourages students to develop in an all-round way and cultivates students' cognitive ability, creativity, logical thinking, interpersonal skills and moral concepts and values.