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Myths and Traditions of Central European University Culture

Myths and Traditions of Central European University Culture

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Lukáš Fasora and Jiří Hanuš examine the myths surrounding Central European universities, comparing the philosophy of education from the Middle Ages to the nineteenth century and exploring whether political and economic influences have transformed the goals and structure of todays universities. Their findings have wide-ranging implications for higher education.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 15 January 2021
Publisher: Karolinum,Nakladatelstvi Univerzity Karlovy,Czech Republic


In their comprehensive study, Czech historians Lukáš Fasora and Jiří Hanuš take a diachronic approach to examining the challenges facing higher education in Central Europe. Through meticulous historical research, the authors unveil significant discontinuities, comparing the evolution of education philosophy from the Middle Ages to the nineteenth century and its correlation with the current administrative objectives of higher education. They bravely address challenging questions, such as whether political and economic influences have completely reshaped the goals and structure of universities in Central Europe. While the study focuses on university systems in a particular geographic region, its findings have far-reaching implications for higher education worldwide.

Lukáš Fasora and Jiří Hanuš, two Czech historians, delve into the intricate realm of Central European universities in their comprehensive study. Employing a diachronic approach, they meticulously analyze the myriad myths surrounding these institutions. Through extensive historical research, they uncover profound discontinuities, comparing the evolution of education philosophy from the Middle Ages to the nineteenth century and its connection to the current administrative goals of higher education. With unwavering courage, they address challenging questions, such as whether political and economic influences have entirely transformed the objectives and structure of universities in Central Europe. While the study primarily focuses on university systems within a specific geographic region, its findings have far-reaching implications for higher education across the globe.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 161 x 231 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788024643809

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