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020			_a9781647255855 (hbk.)
041			_aeng
082			_223 _a378.1012
100			_aCarson, Joseph _98788
245			_aHigher education : _bglobal policies and practices / _cJoseph Carson.
260			_aNew York : _bNY Research Press, _c2025.
300			_avi, 235p. : _bill. ;
505			_a1.An overview -- 2. Education as a positional good -- 3. Policy design issues for higher education systems -- 4. Socioeconomic inequities in higher education -- 5. Goals of higher education : social justice vs economic competitiveness -- 6. Evolution of student funding policies : a global perspective -- 7. Analysis of pre-existing educational inequalities -- 8. Inequalities in access to higher education -- 9. Educational inequality : a comparative analysis.
520			_aHigher education refers to learning that takes place in universities, colleges and institutions offering degrees beyond high school. It includes undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs, providing specialised knowledge and skills in fields like science, technology, arts and humanities. This stage of education enhances critical thinking, research abilities and intellectual development, preparing individuals for professional careers and informed citizenship. Access to higher education varies worldwide, influenced by economic factors and education policies. In a knowledge-driven economy, higher education is essential for shaping a skilled workforce and addressing complex challenges. Understanding different educational systems and practices helps improve educational outcomes and prepares students for a rapidly evolving world. The book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of higher education. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the book makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of the discipline. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for those interested in this field.
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