Perspectives on Educational Practice Around the World

This book explores the philosophies, barriers, and opportunities shaping education environments for children, teachers, and student teachers in diverse countries worldwide, drawing from contributors' experiential knowledge. It covers global citizenship, learning environments, inclusion, and inequality, with contextualized examples and questions for discussion. The editors provide an overarching introduction and concluding chapter, highlighting countries bucking current trends and challenging thinking.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2019
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate dynamics shaping education environments for children, teachers, and student teachers across a diverse array of countries worldwide. Through a series of thought-provoking articles, the book offers valuable insights into the philosophies, barriers, and opportunities that govern these educational landscapes. Drawing from the contributors' firsthand experiences in diverse contexts such as Australia, Canada, China, Finland, India, Nepal, Palestine, Qatar, South Africa, the UK, and Venezuela, the articles provide a rich tapestry of perspectives and experiences.

The issues raised in the book go beyond national boundaries, shedding light on the formal education system from pre-school to higher education within individual countries. They also engage with broader global concerns, such as international comparisons, global economies, and the impact of environmental and social change. The book covers a wide range of topics, including global citizenship, learning environments, inclusion, and inequality.

Each article in the book introduces a key issue, provides contextualized examples, and poses thought-provoking questions to stimulate discussion and further research. Additionally, the editors have included a comprehensive guide to additional resources for those interested in exploring these topics in greater depth. Thoughtfully structured, the book features an overarching introduction and concluding chapter that reflect on global issues and the directions of educational policies. The editors also provide short introductions to each part, effectively bringing together chapters and challenging readers to engage in critical thinking.

By examining the complexities and challenges faced by education systems in different parts of the world, this book offers valuable insights into the complex interplay between philosophy, policy, and practice. It serves as a valuable resource for educators, policymakers, and researchers seeking to understand and improve the educational experiences of children, teachers, and student teachers globally.

Weight: 360g
Dimension: 229 x 158 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350076334