Turbulence, Empowerment and Marginalisation in International Education Governance Systems (Taysum Alison)(Pevná vazba)

Turbulence, Empowerment and Marginalisation in International Education Governance Systems (Taysum Alison)(Pevná vazba)

This book investigates how governance at different levels can improve access to education for excluded communities. It conceptualises turbulence, empowerment, and marginalisation in international educational governance systems, and presents a comparative analysis of five nation states (England,

Inequality in Education: Comparative and International Perspectives (Holsinger Donald B.)(Pevná vazba)

Inequality in Education: Comparative and International Perspectives is a compilation of conceptual chapters and national case studies that includes a series of methods for measuring education

International Organizations in Global Social Governance (Martens Kerstin)(Pevná vazba)

International Organizations (IOs) are important actors within global social governance. They provide forums for exchange, contention and cooperation about social policies. Our knowledge about the involvement of IOs varies significantly by policy fields, and we know comparatively little about the

Proceedings of the International Conference on Education, Reflection and Development (Albulescu Ion)(Pevná vazba)

The International Conference on Education, Reflection and Development took place in May 2013 at Babes-Bolyai University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The event was organized by the Educational Sciences Department and the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, and brought together participants

Governance, Multinationals and Growth(Pevná vazba)

In Governance, Multinationals and Growth, leading scholars celebrate and build upon the pioneering work of Edward Safarian on multinational enterprises and foreign direct investment. The book explores the linkages among multinationals and foreign direct investment, corporate and public governance,

The Dynamics and Social Outcomes of Education Systems (Janmaat J.)(Pevná vazba)

Some scholars argue that education systems across the western world are becoming increasingly similar due to the influence of transnational discourses and organizations. Others believe that education is the panacea for all problems of social cohesion. After all, aren't the well-educated usually

Corporate Governance in Russia (No Contributor)(Pevná vazba)

This book explores discussions and practice around corporate governance in Russia from the early 1990s until 2018. 　It covers three major aspects of corporate governance theory and practice: a vision of corporate governance in Russia in the context of global trends and challenges, the general

Knowledge Management in Tourism: Policy and Governance Applications (Fayos-Sola Eduardo)(Pevná vazba)

Knowledge Management in Tourism: Policy and Governance Applications is an indispensable instrument for everyone interested in the theory and practice of the quest for effectiveness, efficiency, and equity of tourism activities in helping build the future of

Mirror Images: Popular Culture and Education (Steinberg Shirley R.)(Pevná vazba)

Mirror Images: Popular Culture and Education is the first international and multidisciplinary effort to coalesce knowledge on education and popular culture studied as broad phenomena and not as a collection of case studies. In this volume, popular culture has been thematically treated as it appears

Global Trends in Educational Policy (Baker David P.)(Pevná vazba)

This volume of 'International Perspectives on Education and Society' highlights the valuable role that educational policy plays in the development of education and society around the world. The role of policy in the development of education is crucial. Much rests on the decisions, support, and most

Contingency, Behavioural and Evolutionary Perspectives on Public and Non-Profit Governance (Monteduro Fabio)(Pevná vazba)

This volume accesses governance in public and non-profit organizations. Building on and challenging recent research in this area, this volume critically examines the contextual, behavioural and historical factors of

Urbanization and Urban Governance in China: Issues, Challenges, and Development (Ye Lin)(Pevná vazba)

Offers a more tightly knitted and concrete analysis on the governance issues of China's urbanizationExamines how China's urban governance needs to evolve and respond to the challenges of urbanization. Explores practical recommendations for China's future urbanization

Innovations and Advances in Computer, Information, Systems(Pevná vazba)

Promoting Social Inclusion: Co-Creating Environments That Foster Equity and Belonging (Scorgie Kate)(Pevná vazba)

This volume in the International Perspectives on Inclusive Education Series explores innovative perspectives and practices regarding social inclusion of potentially marginalized individuals from multiple perspectives.This book blends theoretical and evidence-based research about social inclusion

Science and Religion in Education (Billingsley Berry)(Pevná vazba)

This book brings together the latest research in education in relation to science and religion. Leading international scholars and practitioners provide vital insights into the underlying debates and present a range of practical approaches for teaching. Key themes include the origin of the

Disrupting Boundaries in Education and Research (Smythe Suzanne)(Pevná vazba)

In Disrupting Boundaries in Education and Research, six educational researchers explore together the potentialities of transdisciplinary research that de-centres human behaviour and gives materiality its due in the making of educational worlds. The book presents accounts of what happens when

International Perspectives on Supporting and Engaging Online Learners (Hoffman Jaimie)(Pevná vazba)

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated growth in online education across the world, forcing many to learn remotely. Presenting case studies from authors around the globe, this volume provides College and university personnel with research, theoretical foundations, and best practice to support and

Creativity Policy, Partnerships and Practice in Education (Snepvangers Kim)(Pevná vazba)

This book examines the gaps in creativity education across the education lifespan and the resulting implications for creative education and economic policy. Building on cutting-edge international research, the editors and contributors explore innovations in interdisciplinary creativities, including

Globalization and Higher Education in Albania (Rexhepi Jevdet)(Pevná vazba)

This book focuses on the impacts of global and transnational trends in higher education policy in Albania and provides a window into the variable interplay of local and global forces in an under-studied Balkan

Advances in Accounting Education: Teaching and Curriculum Innovations (Feldmann Dorothy)(Pevná vazba)

Advances in Accounting Education: Teaching and Curriculum Innovations publishes both non-empirical and empirical articles dealing with accounting pedagogy. All articles explain how teaching methods or curricula/programs can be improved. Non-empirical papers are academically rigorous, and

Design Thinking in Higher Education: Interdisciplinary Encounters (Melles Gavin)(Pevná vazba)

1 Design thinking in higher education: Tensions and opportunities.- 2 Challenges for learning and applying design in business.- 3 The innovation mindset: Encouraging designerly and entrepreneurial ways of thinking and doing in MBA education.- 4 Social innovation meets design thinking.- 5

Media Systems and Communication Policies in Latin America (Guerrero M.)(Pevná vazba)

Media Systems and Communication Policies in Latin America proposes, tests and analyses the liberal captured model. It explores to what extent to which globalisation, marketization, commercialism, regional bodies and the nation State redefine the media's role in Latin American

Teacher Education at the Edge: Expanding Access and Exploring Frontiers (hc) (Huber Tonya)(Pevná vazba)

International Education Inquiries is a book series dedicated to realizing the global vision of Education 2030. This vision involves 'ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for

Global Governance and Corporate Responsibility in Conflict Zones (Feil M.)(Pevná vazba)

Corporations in conflict zones and their provision of security are particularly relevant for understanding whether private actors are increasingly sources of governance contributions that regulate public goods. Feil highlights the discrepancies between political and theoretical expectations of