LANGUAGE IN INDIA

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Volume 24:8 August 2024
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Educational Barriers and Challenges Faced by Migrant Children in Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala

Anilkumar M. and Dr Lavi Saxena Ph.D.

Abstract

This study explores the educational barriers and academic challenges faced by migrant children in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. Kerala's significant migrant labour population, primarily from states like West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Assam, faces various socio-economic hardships, impacting their children's education. Migrant children confront numerous barriers, including limited access to formal education, language difficulties, social discrimination, economic constraints leading to child labour, and the impact of frequent mobility on educational continuity. These obstacles hinder their academic performance and integration into the school system.

To address these issues, the study adopted a survey methodology, focusing on five schools with substantial migrant populations. The data was collected using rating scales for teachers and observation schedules for headmasters, teachers, and students. The findings revealed critical challenges such as language barriers, inadequate infrastructure, and a lack of specialized support systems for migrant students. Teachers highlighted the difficulty in translating educational materials into the migrant language, impacting students' comprehension and engagement.

The study underscores the need for systemic changes, including enhanced teacher training in multilingual education, the implementation of specialized support systems, and the development of innovative academic activities tailored to migrant students' needs. These measures are crucial for ensuring equitable access to quality education for migrant children in Thiruvananthapuram, enabling their academic success and socio-economic inclusion.

Keywords: migrant children, Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala, educational barrier, academic challenges.

Introduction

Kerala, often referred to as "God's Own Country," is not only known for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage but also for its significant migrant labour population. Migrant labourers in Kerala come from various parts of India, predominantly from states like West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Assam, seeking employment opportunities in sectors such as construction, agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The migration to Kerala has historical roots, with waves of migrants coming to the state over the decades. Initially, migration was driven by factors like colonial projects, such as the construction of railways, and later by post-independence development projects. In recent years, economic opportunities in Kerala's booming construction and hospitality industries have attracted a steady influx of migrant labourers.

The migrant labour population in Kerala is diverse, comprising men, women, and sometimes entire families. They often live in makeshift settlements or labour camps near their worksites, facing challenges such as inadequate housing, sanitation, and access to basic amenities. Many migrant labourers work under exploitative conditions, with low wages and little job security. Despite facing numerous hardships, migrant labourers play a crucial role in Kerala's economy, contributing significantly to sectors like construction, agriculture, and hospitality. However, they also face social and economic marginalization, often experiencing discrimination and exploitation.

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Anilkumar M.
Ph.D. Scholar, Education
U O T Jaipur
maniyaraanil@gmail.com

Dr Lavi Saxena Ph.D.
Supervisor
U O T Jaipur
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