Partnerships' has become a key word of development cooperation in the 1990s. The ADEA Biennial Meeting in Dakar, Senegal, provided an opportunity to look into the operational meanings of 'parnerships' in building capacities and improving the quality of education. This included developing common understandings on the actions and responsibilities of the partners. This volume comprises papers that were presented and discussed at the meetings. It explores the different aspects of partnerships, by looking at the mechanics involved, its theory and practice.
Attention is given to both domestic and international partnerships.
Drawing from concrete examples, the issues of capacity building and partnerships for quality improvement are also addressed. Also exists in French. This document gives an account of the ADEA Biennial Meeting which was held in Dakar, Senegal in October 1997. Also exists in French. A summary of the main sessions and topics discussed at the Biennial Meeting held in Tours, France, 18-22 October 1995.