Strengthening Teacher Education
Perspectives from Parents in Maharashtra, India
This research paper is a part of a global study on family engagement in education, conducted by the Center for Universal Education at Brookings. It explores the perceptions and beliefs of parents in Maharashtra, India, regarding what constitutes a quality education.
Key Learnings
This research was conducted to understand the perspectives of parents in Maharashtra, India, on the purpose of school, the types of teaching and learning experiences they value, and the factors that influence their beliefs about education.
The key learnings from this report include:
Parents in Maharashtra generally express satisfaction with their children's education, but their priorities shift as their children grow older, with a greater emphasis on academic performance in later years.
Parents value a holistic education that encompasses both academic and socio-emotional development, but they perceive teachers as primarily focused on academics.
Parents' trust in teachers and their sense of alignment with teachers' beliefs about education are crucial factors influencing their engagement in their children's schooling.
Parents' own educational backgrounds and their children's ages significantly shape their beliefs about education and their sources of information.
Theme
Building bridges between parents and schools through understanding.
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The Hope
The findings from this research can inform the development of targeted family-school engagement strategies and policies in Maharashtra, India, and similar contexts. By understanding parents' priorities and perceptions, educators and policymakers can create more effective partnerships with families to improve educational outcomes for all children.