International Education as Public Policy in Canada Contributor(s): Tamtik, Merli (Editor), Trilokekar, Roopa Desai (Editor), Jones, Glen a. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0228001757 ISBN-13: 9780228001751 Publisher: McGill-Queen's University Press OUR PRICE: $128.70 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2020 |
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BISAC Categories: - Political Science | World - Canadian - Education | Educational Policy & Reform |
Physical Information: 504 pages |
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Publisher Description: In the early twenty-first century international education emerged as an almost ubiquitous concept within discussions of educational curriculum; the objectives of schools, universities, and colleges; and government policies for K-12 and higher education. Although far from a new phenomenon, many jurisdictions now view international education as a highly competitive global industry. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of international education policy in Canada, tracing the complex history of when, how, and why it emerged as a policy area of strategic importance. Illuminating a uniquely Canadian perspective, influenced by regional interests and federal-provincial tensions, International Education as Public Policy in Canada addresses challenging questions: Why was Canada a latecomer in addressing this policy issue? What is the relationship between international education and Canadian immigration policy? How did international education develop as a major Canadian industry? The resulting essays from leading scholars contribute not only to the growing Canadian literature on international education policy but also to a critical, global conversation. Contemplating where the Canadian story of international education is headed, International Education as Public Policy in Canada calls for a broader debate on ethical practices in internationalization, focusing on inclusion, equity, compassion, and reciprocity. |