Research on How the Youth Culture Affect Student’s Academic Achievement in the Rural Area of Malaysia
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.18063/cef.v3i5.1190Keywords:
Youth Culture, Academic Achievement, Rural Education, Conflict TheoryAbstract
This study investigates the influence of youth culture on academic achievement among students in rural Malaysia, utilizing Conflict Theory to examine three key dimensions: marriage values, employment aspirations, and academic goals. A questionnaire survey of 130 students from the University of Malaya reveals significant associations between academic performance (measured by CGPA) and factors such as marital status, anticipated salary, attitudes toward studying abroad, and criteria for selecting educational institutions. The findings highlight that rural youth encounter distinct challenges—including adherence to traditional marriage norms, limited employment prospects, and disparities in educational resources—that collectively impede academic success. To address these inequities, the study recommends policy interventions such as community-based educational support programs, localized vocational training initiatives, and improved access to educational resources. Although the study is constrained by its sample size, it emphasizes the importance of culturally sensitive strategies in advancing educational equity in rural Malaysia.
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