Education in Developing countries: Problems Children often have to work from an early age. There are no schools in many areas. Families do not have access to books or computers. Literacy rates are often low. People in developing countries need knowledge and skills. Education is the key to improving the economy of these countries. Education in developing countries: solutions Developed countries could help developing nations by providing money. They could invest in schools and technology. They could supply the funds to build schools and pay for teachers. Children need to have access to free schooling. Educational equipment could be donated. The Internet can expose students to a world of knowledge and information. Governments should make education compulsory for all children. They should encourage parents to send their children to school. Governments of developed and developing countries must work together.