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Education In Romania Today: Between Reform Promises And Systemic Struggles

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  • Corina-Ionela Dumitrescu

    (National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Bucharest University Centre)

  • Nicoleta Niculescu

    (National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Bucharest University Centre)

  • Iuliana Grecu

    (National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Bucharest University Centre Author-Name Mirona Ana Maria Ichimov
    National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Bucharest University Centre Author-Name Adelina – Elena BÃDESCU
    National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Bucharest University Centre)

Abstract

This paper examines the current state of the Romanian education system, focusing on the discrepancy between reform promises and systemic struggles. Using a combination of literature review and qualitative interviews with teachers, on management positions or not, the study highlights persistent challenges such as underfunding, teacher shortages, outdated curricula, rural-urban inequalities, and administrative burdens. The findings indicate that while reforms are frequently announced, their implementation is inconsistent and often disconnected from classroom realities. The paper concludes with recommendations aimed at bridging the gap between policy intentions and educational practice, with an emphasis on sustainable funding, teacher development, digital inclusion, and targeted support for vulnerable students.

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  • Corina-Ionela Dumitrescu & Nicoleta Niculescu & Iuliana Grecu, 2025. "Education In Romania Today: Between Reform Promises And Systemic Struggles," Scientific Bulletin - Economic Sciences, University of Pitesti, vol. 24(2), pages 5-16.
    • Handle: RePEc:pts:journl:y:2025:i::p1:5-16
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    1. Ionuț Virgil Șerban, 2024. "The phenomenon of early school leaving in Romania and strategies for reducing it," Sociology and Social Work Review, International Society for projects in Education and Research, vol. 8(1), pages 133-143, June.
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      JEL classification:

      • I21 - Health, Education, and Welfare - - Education - - - Analysis of Education
      • I22 - Health, Education, and Welfare - - Education - - - Educational Finance; Financial Aid
      • I28 - Health, Education, and Welfare - - Education - - - Government Policy
      • H52 - Public Economics - - National Government Expenditures and Related Policies - - - Government Expenditures and Education
      • O15 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Economic Development - - - Economic Development: Human Resources; Human Development; Income Distribution; Migration

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