| The International Handbook on the Sociology of Education: An International Assessment of New Research and Theory Contributor(s): Torres, Carlos Alberto (Editor), Antikainen, Ari (Editor), Aapola, Siikka (Contribution by) |
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ISBN: 0742517705 ISBN-13: 9780742517707 Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers OUR PRICE: $73.15 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2002 Annotation: The twentieth century has been marked by the expansion of educational opportunities worldwide. It has been the century of education, and the role of the state in the promotion of public education has been decisive. Yet, at the millennium's turn efforts to diminish the role of the state are rapidly changing education, especially in terms of its role in democracy. This comprehensive handbook offers a fresh view of the social context of education, outlining the challenges as well as the advances in public and private education systems. The book offers a systematic account of current social theory and methodologies, applied perspectives on the development of education in many regions of the world, and compares key themes such as access, school choice, equity, and educational performance. Visit our website for sample chapters! |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education | Philosophy, Theory & Social Aspects - Social Science | Sociology - General - Education | Multicultural Education |
| Dewey: 306.43 |
| LCCN: 2002004907 |
| Physical Information: 0.98" H x 6.01" W x 8.92" (1.22 lbs) 384 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The twentieth century has been marked by the expansion of educational opportunities worldwide. It has been the century of education, and the role of the state in the promotion of public education has been decisive. Yet, at the millennium's turn efforts to diminish the role of the state are rapidly changing education, especially in terms of its role in democracy. This comprehensive handbook offers a fresh view of the social context of education, outlining the challenges as well as the advances in public and private education systems. The book offers a systematic account of current social theory and methodologies, applied perspectives on the development of education in many regions of the world, and compares key themes such as access, school choice, equity, and educational performance. Visit our website for sample chapters |
