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The Bloomsbury Handbook Of Theory In Comparative And International Education Dr Robin Shields-Matthew A. M. Thomas-Dr Tavis D.
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The Bloomsbury Handbook Of Theory In Comparative And International Education
Dr Robin Shields-Matthew A. M. Thomas-Dr Tavis D.
This book offers a practical and approachable overview of central theories in comparative and international education (CIE). The chapters focus in depth on specific theoretical perspectives and seek to elucidate the histories, assumptions, and recent developments of these theories. The chapters also situate the theories within CIE, include specific case studies of theoretical application, and outline suggestions for further reading. Written by leading scholars from around the world, this is must-have reference work for anyone teaching, researching, studying, or working in CIE.
The handbook includes chapters on a diverse collection of theories, including but not limited to: Structural-functionalism, Colonialism/Imperialism, Marxism, Human Capital Theory, Dependency/World Systems Theory, Post-Colonialism, Post-Socialism, Post-Foundationalism, Neo-liberalism, Neo-Institutionalism, Neo-Marxism, Policy Borrowing and Lending, Peace Theories, Human Rights, Constructivism, Racism, Gender, Queer Theory, Social Network Theory, Capabilities Theory, and Cultural Political Economy.
512 pages
| Media | Books Book |
| Released | August 24, 2023 |
| ISBN13 | 9781350245129 |
| Publishers | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Pages | 512 |
| Dimensions | 246 × 171 × 32 mm · 820 g |
| Language | English |
| Editor | Jules, Dr Tavis D. (Loyola University Chicago, Usa) |
| Editor | Shields, Dr Robin (University of Bath, UK) |
| Editor | Thomas, Matthew A. M. (University of Glasgow, Scotland) |
