Equality and Freedom in Education: A Comparative Study

Equality and Freedom in Education explores the possibility of providing equal educational opportunities while respecting parental and religious freedoms. It analyzes educational systems in England, Wales, France, the USA, the USSR, China, and Japan using a taxonomy developed by Professor Holmes.

Format: Hardback
Length: 265 pages
Publication date: 30 January 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

First published in 1985, Equality and Freedom in Education delves into the extent to which it is feasible or desirable to ensure equal educational opportunities, irrespective of age, sex, race, language, and social class. Attempts to establish such provisions often face criticism for restricting the freedom of parents and religious bodies to educate children according to their specific desires. To unravel this conundrum, the book conducts an in-depth analysis of educational systems and practices in England and Wales, France, the United States, the Soviet Union, China, and Japan. Information about each system is presented in a structured format, developed by Professor Holmes for the International Bureau of Education in Geneva, and widely recognized by Ministries of Education globally. Simplified diagrams illustrate the organization of school systems and the progression of children through them, accompanied by essential statistical data sourced from UNESCO. This comprehensive work will appeal to students of education and sociology alike.

Weight: 658g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032263045