Studies of Education in Ethiopia, 1994-1997

This publication is a report of a pilot study on the coordination of education sector analytical work in Ethiopia. The study was conducted with the European Union Horizon 2000 Initiative with technical assistance from the Working Group on Education Sector Analysis (WGESA).The objectives of the review were to assemble, summarize and provide a critical analysis of education studies and documents produced between 1994 and 1997. The review team analyzed major themes, principal features and policy orientation of education sector analysis in Ethiopia. Findings show that most studies have focused on basic education, reflecting government priorities. Furthermore, a large number of studies were undertaken by Ethiopians which indicates widespread national capacities in the field. According to the review team, information gathering, analysis and sharing needs to be improved in order to strengthen coordination among all parties in education sector analysis work., eng