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Education and Development in Central America and the Latin Caribbean: Global Forces and Local Responses

Education and Development in Central America and the Latin Caribbean: Global Forces and Local Responses

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This book explores the global forces and local responses shaping education systems in Central America and the Latin Caribbean, highlighting the challenges and opportunities presented by macro-economic pressures, geopolitical intervention, neo-colonial relationships, global pandemics, transnational gang networks, and international organizations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 380 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2024
Publisher: Bristol University Press


This comprehensive book delves into the intricate dynamics shaping education systems in Central America and the Latin Caribbean (CALC) region, drawing upon an international political economy theoretical framework. It offers a unique perspective on the global forces and local responses that are molding these education systems. Spanning all Spanish-speaking countries within the CALC region, the book meticulously examines the profound effects of macro-economic pressures, geopolitical intervention, neo-colonial relationships, global pandemics, transnational gang networks, and the influence of international organizations.

Chapters within the book delve into the challenges and opportunities these global forces present to education systems in the region, while also highlighting the commendable local efforts undertaken to address, mitigate, and counteract them. Through this analytical lens, the book sheds light on how education can either perpetuate or challenge inequalities and exclusion, navigating the complex interplay between global and local pressures.

The book's findings are of paramount importance, as they contribute to a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics at play in the CALC region. It serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, educators, researchers, and anyone interested in comprehending the educational landscape and its potential for positive change. By exploring the interplay between global forces and local responses, this book provides valuable insights into the role of education in shaping a more inclusive and equitable future for the CALC region.

Weight: 716g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529231717

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