Lived Educational Experiences: Learning in Rural Environments

Abstract

Education in rural communities is often discussed through indicators of access, infrastructure, and performance, yet such perspectives provide limited insight into how learning is actually experienced by those situated within constrained environments. This study examined the lived educational experiences of residents in a rural community in Mankayan, Benguet, Philippines, with particular attention to how learners navigate educational challenges, adapt to limited learning conditions, and interpret the influence of home, school, and community contexts on their educational journeys.