Infrastructure Strain and Digital Inequality
The shift to online education highlights existing infrastructure limitations. Reliable internet access, electricity stability, and access to digital devices are critical factors in determining educational quality.
In urban centers like Tehran, connectivity may be partially maintained, but disparities still exist across socioeconomic groups.
Students from more privileged backgrounds are more likely to have:
- Personal laptops or tablets
- Stable broadband or mobile data access
- Quiet learning environments at home
Meanwhile, others may struggle with shared devices or inconsistent connectivity.
This creates a growing concern about educational inequality during prolonged crisis periods.
