Reimagining Border in Cross-border Education

Universities are universal in their quest for knowledge, but globalization has created inequalities and imbalances in knowledge systems. This book emphasizes the inclusive role of education in creating a level playing field across borders.

Format: Hardback
Length: 346 pages
Publication date: 14 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Universities, by their very nature and essence, are inherently universal in their pursuit of knowledge creation and dissemination. They are poised to transcend the boundaries that exist in parochial forms and embrace a global perspective. The advent of globalization, which has facilitated the opening of borders, has, either intentionally or inadvertently, resulted in inequalities and imbalances within knowledge systems. While knowledge undoubtedly holds immense power, it is crucial to recognize that the power inherent in knowledge differs from the power that is ascribed, which is largely determined by dominant political and economic hierarchies.

If knowledge predominantly flows from the global north to the global south, individuals seeking knowledge often migrate from the global south to the global north. These imbalances are also evident within these regions, between cultures and communities, with one culture or community asserting its superiority over another. These realities necessitate a reevaluation of not only what constitutes knowledge but also the concept of borders themselves.

This book aims to explore the inclusive role of education in creating a level playing field across borders. It emphasizes the potential of education to serve as an equalizer, enabling individuals from diverse backgrounds to access and acquire knowledge on an equal footing. By promoting cross-cultural understanding, dialogue, and collaboration, education can help bridge the gaps between different regions and cultures, fostering a sense of unity and mutual respect.

It is important to note that this book is not for sale in South Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Bhutan.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032548616