Author(s)

Yu Sheng ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Hunan Vocational College of Art, Changsha, Hunan, China

Corresponding Author

Yu Sheng

ABSTRACT

This comprehensive study investigates the intricate relationship between financial investment in education and the resulting quality of school education. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the research delves into financial records and educational outcome data from a diverse sample of 100 schools, supplemented by insightful semi-structured interviews with school administrators, teachers, and policymakers. The findings reveal a complex landscape, with substantial disparities in fund allocation across different schools, and a pronounced positive correlation between investment in teacher salaries, professional development, and educational outcomes. Case studies further illuminate the varied financial contexts, showcasing the potential for strategic financial investment to enhance educational quality, even in resource-constrained settings. The study provides empirical evidence to inform policy and practice, advocating for a strategic, efficient, and equitable approach to education funding, with the ultimate aim of fostering an enriching and high-quality learning environment for all students.

KEYWORDS

Education Funding, Educational Quality, Financial Investment, Teacher Investment, School Budgeting

CITE THIS PAPER

Yu Sheng, Strategic Financial Investment in Education: Correlating Funding with Quality Outcomes in School. Advances in Vocational and Technical Education (2023) Vol. 5: 1-7. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/avte.2023.051201.

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