The International Handbook on the Sociology of Education: An International Assessment of New Research and Theory

by Carlos Alberto Torres

Book Overview

The twentieth century has been marked by the expansion of educational opportunities worldwide. It has been the century of education, and the role of the state in the promotion of public education has been decisive. Yet, at the millennium's turn efforts to diminish the role of the state are rapidly changing education, especially in terms of its role in democracy. This comprehensive handbook offers a fresh view of the social context of education, outlining...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0742517705
• ISBN13: 9780742517707
• Release Date: December 2002
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 8.9"