Lee Bih Ni and Connie Shin @ Connie Cassy Ompok (2025) Bridging the rural education gap in Sabah: Challenges, innovations, and inclusive strategies for equitable access and quality learning. Research in Rural Education.
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Abstract
This study explores the persistent rural education gap in Sabah, Malaysia, focusing on the challenges, innovations, and inclusive strategies that shape equitable access and quality learning. Using a two-part research design, the study first gathered primary quantitative and qualitative data through online tools, supported by AI-assisted data collection methods to reach remote participants efficiently. Secondly, a Mixed-Methods Secondary Data Analysis (MMSDA) approach was employed to examine existing reports, policies, and academic literature. Findings reveal key barriers such as digital inequality, teacher shortages, and infrastructure limitations, while also highlighting emerging solutions including technology-driven learning, community involvement, and policy initiatives. The study contributes practical insights for educators, policym
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Keyword: | Rural education, Educational equity, Sabah, Inclusive strategies |
| Subjects: | L Education > LC Special aspects of education > LC8-6691 Special aspects of education |
| Department: | FACULTY > Faculty of Education and Sport Studies |
| Depositing User: | DG MASNIAH AHMAD - |
| Date Deposited: | 31 Oct 2025 16:35 |
| Last Modified: | 31 Oct 2025 16:35 |
| URI: | https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/45557 |
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