What term refers to inequities in access to quality education and resources?

The term "opportunity gaps" specifically refers to the disparities in access to quality education and the resources necessary for success. This concept encompasses various factors that influence educational attainment, including socioeconomic status, geographic location, and access to experienced teachers or advanced coursework. By recognizing opportunity gaps, educators and policymakers can identify and address the systemic barriers that prevent certain groups of students from receiving equitable educational experiences.

The other terms, while related, focus on different aspects. "Achievement gaps" typically refers to the differences in academic performance between groups of students, often linked to existing opportunity gaps. "Resource disparities" highlight differences in the materials and support available to different schools or communities, but don't fully capture the broader context of access opportunities. "Academic inequities" is a more general term that could refer to various forms of unfairness in education, but it does not specifically emphasize the aspect of access to opportunities and resources in quite the same way as opportunity gaps do.