Agents of Change: The Problematic Landscape of Pakistans K-12 Education and the People Leading the Change

Agents of Change is a compilation of insights, opinions, personal stories, and suggested actions for reforming the K-12 education system in Pakistan, emphasizing the role of quality education in alleviating poverty and advancing societal development. It offers clear and precise proposals based on sound research, discussions, and expert input, with a Call to Action for broader public support and civic leadership. The TCF* model of quality education and efficient management is presented as a template for improvements.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 500 pages
Publication date: 03 August 2021
Publisher: OUP Pakistan

Agents of Change is a comprehensive compilation of thought-provoking insights, opinions, personal stories, and suggested actions aimed at transforming the K-12 education system in Pakistan. It provides compelling evidence that access to quality education has the potential to alleviate poverty and drive societal development by ensuring equitable opportunities for all. The book offers clear and practical proposals for reform tailored to the Pakistani context, drawing upon robust research, discussions within the education community, expert interviews, and firsthand experiences of the challenges faced by the education system. Thoughtful analyses are grounded in solid research, fostering a deeper understanding of the complexities and nuances involved. Additionally, a Call to Action is issued, urging broader public support and civic leadership to oversee and drive these reforms. The authors argue that achieving significant change will require greater public participation and strategic political advocacy. They highlight the TCF* model of quality education and efficient management at a large scale as a potential template for improvements in the Pakistani education system.

* The Citizens Foundation (TCF) is a Pakistani non-profit organization that operates a network of 1,650 schools, including 300 adopted public schools. TCF's mission is to provide quality education to underprivileged children, particularly in rural areas, and to promote social and economic development in Pakistan.

Weight: 542g
Dimension: 233 x 156 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780190705503