Education and Social Justice in Japan

This book provides a critical examination of schooling in Japan, focusing on developments in the last two decades. It explores issues such as social justice, economic growth, employment practices, population decline, aging society, and multi-ethnic population. It highlights the need to address student diversity and offers more varied and flexible options, but interest in social justice in education has tended to center on the distribution of education.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive and up-to-date critical examination of schooling in Japan is written by an expert in the field. It delves into the significant developments that have taken place in the last two decades, with a particular focus on social justice. Japan has faced a multitude of challenges, including slow economic growth, changing employment practices, population decline, an aging society, and an increasingly multi-ethnic population due to migration. In response to these challenges, the country has been called upon to address the rhetoric of globalization and to address concerns about childhood poverty in a perceived affluent society.

In the realm of education, these challenges have led to the development of national and local educational policies, as well as school-level practices. The most significant developments in schooling over the past two decades include the recognition of the need to address student diversity of all kinds. The education system has become more varied and flexible, offering options that cater to the unique needs and interests of students. However, while interest in social justice in education has grown, it has primarily focused on the distribution of education, with fewer questions raised about the content of schooling that continues to advantage the already advantaged.

The book is written in a highly accessible style, making it suitable for scholars and students in the fields of comparative education, sociology of education, and Japanese studies. It provides a comprehensive analysis of changing policies and cumulative adjustments in the daily practice of schooling, as well as how various groups have been affected by these developments. The book also explores the implications of these developments for social justice, both distributive justice and the politics of difference.

One of the key findings of the book is that, compared to three decades ago, the education system in Japan has made significant strides. It has increasingly acknowledged the need to address student diversity of all kinds and has delivered options that are more varied and flexible. However, there is still a need for more progress in terms of ensuring that all students have access to high-quality education, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.

Another important aspect of the book is its exploration of the content of schooling that continues to advantage the already advantaged. While the education system has made strides
significant strides in addressing student diversity, there is a need to address the issue of educational inequality. The book argues that the content of schooling should be more inclusive and equitable, with a focus on promoting social justice and equity. This includes promoting critical thinking skills, promoting cultural diversity, and promoting social and emotional development.

The book also raises important questions about the role
about the role. It asks how we can best interpret social justice implications of these developments in terms of both distributive justice and the politics of difference. It suggests that social justice in education should be seen as a process of transformation, rather than a fixed endpoint. It emphasizes the need to engage with the complexities of social justice and to recognize the power.

In conclusion, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in the field of education. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date critical examination of schooling in Japan, with a particular focus on social justice. It delves into the significant developments that have taken place. in the last two decades, and explores the challenges and opportunities that Japan faces in the years to come. The book is written in a highly accessible style, making it suitable for scholars and students in the fields of comparative education, sociology of education, and Japanese studies. It offers a valuable insight into the changing policies and cumulative adjustments in the daily practice of schooling, as well as how various groups have been affected by these developments. The book also raises important questions about the content of schooling that continues to advantage the already advantaged and the need to promote social justice and equity in education. It emphasizes the need to engage with the complexities of social justice and to recognize the importance of promoting critical thinking skills, cultural diversity, and social and emotional development.

Weight: 430g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367644048