The Changing Role of Schools in Asian Societies
Subtitle: Schools for the Knowledge Society
Edition: 1 edition
Publisher: Routledge
Published: January 7, 2008
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 220
ISBN-13: 9780415412001
Subjects: Impact of science & technology on society; Organization & management of education; Schools; Sociology, Social Studies; Education; Education / Teaching; ASIA; History; Education / Educational Reform; Educational Policy & Reform
Description: "The Changing Role of Schools in Asian Societies is concerned with the debate about the nature of modern schooling in Asia. Traditionally schools have been seen as historical constructions reflecting the social, economic and political needs of the societies that invest in them. As Asia faces the challenges posed by the 'knowledge economy', its schools have taken on a new and quite different importance. This book outlines the broad policy contexts in which these transformations a retaking place and the practical strategies that are needed to meet this objective." "The authors argue that the future of Asian societies depends on a transformation that requires a fundamental restructuring of schools as we know them while maintaining their long-held cultural values."--Jacket.