In response to an absent national education structure and examination and curriculum complications, Sri Lanka has become burdened with a weak public image, causing families to question the viability of the public school system. Resources are limited as well, leaving student progress lacking in the classroom.
On the University level, students run into issues with the fact that military training is incorporated into the curriculum, raising the question of who is best suited to monitor the universities. Administrators also tend to not accept higher positions. One administrator said, “We are aware of many instances in which eminently qualified academics have refused to apply for the post of Vice-Chancellor because of the political manipulations of the appointment process.”
The government needs to improve its involvement with public education. The Sri Lankan government provides the lowest GDP for education in Asia, causing more issues for the education system.
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