Private vs. Public Education: An Analysis of Quality and Access Differences in the Thai Education System
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https://doi.org/10.65680/jahs.v1i1.6681Keywords:
Private education, Public education, Educational quality, Educational access, Educational inequalityAbstract
Thailand's current education system comprises both public and private educational institutions that play crucial roles in the country's human resource development. This article aims to analyze the differences between private and public education in terms of educational quality and access to education. The study employs literature review and secondary data analysis from relevant agencies. The findings reveal that private education excels in efficient management, modern facilities, and skills development that responds to labor market demands. Meanwhile, public education has strengths in broad educational access, lower costs, and accommodating large numbers of students. However, educational inequality issues arising from differences in families' socioeconomic status were identified. This study highlights the necessity of developing balanced education policies between quality and access to ensure all citizens receive equal and quality educational opportunities.
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