Abstract

Access to quality education in rural settings remains a persistent challenge, characterized by vast distances, limited resources, and inadequate transportation infrastructure. This study introduces an innovative approach that leverages “Steiner-Based Societal Partitioning” for optimizing transportation networks, targeting rural education improvement. The primary objective is to improve educational access and reduce the rural-urban educational disparity, promoting educational equity in rural areas. Steiner-based optimization, a branch of combinatorial mathematics, offers a fresh perspective on resource allocation, enhancing transportation efficiency in remote regions. By optimizing routes and resource allocation, educational access is facilitated, mitigating geographical barriers, and extending the reach of quality education. Societal partitioning plays a pivotal role in equitable resource distribution, enriching the socio-educational landscape of rural areas. Case studies demonstrate the successful application of this integrated approach, spanning transportation optimization and equitable resource allocation. This approach seeks to bridge educational gaps and elevate education quality in rural areas, contributing to the broader goal of socio-educational enhancement. Ultimately, it aims to create a brighter future for rural children, fostering educational equity.

Key words: Educational resource allocation; quality education access; Rural educational equity; Rural education improvement; Societal partitioning; Steiner-based optimization; socio-educational enhancement

How to cite: Papară, C.-M., A. (2023). Enhancing Education Quality in Rural Settings through Steiner-Based Societal Partitioning Optimization. Journal of Innovation in Psychology, Education and Didactics, 27(2), 241-248. doi:10.29081/JIPED.2023.27.2.08.