Education in a Globalized World: The Connectivity of Power, Technology, and Knowledge
The seemingly amorphous phenomenon we call globalization involves concrete realities that make it a major source of social change in our contemporary world. Bringing globalization alive for students, this book uses examples and perspectives from economics, technology, and mass media to show how globalization is producing unprecedented impacts on education and culture. Education at all levels–from primary school to university education–is undergoing a world wide transformation of its objectives, values, and practices. New technologies and communication practices have promoted the West’s optimism that market forces can replace the former governmental responsibilities for social welfare and the inclusion of diverse cultures. New emphasis on competition, quality control, parental choice, marketing, and the linkage of education to work means that schools all over the world face innovations and challenges to established practices. Meanwhile, the worldwide expansion of entertainment and adv… More >>
Education in a Globalized World: The Connectivity of Power, Technology, and Knowledge
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Nelly Stromquist gets across excellent information and concerns about education in a globalized world, and it’s really not what you think it is – there’s so much more to it than our perceptions from the media, our workplace, etc. She brings to light many points that we need to be aware of, particularly if in education. If you are going to read books like, “The World is Flat” by Tom Friedman, you must read this one too. Read this even if you aren’t going to read “The World is Flat” – which may be a bestseller but does not shed light on the things this book reveals! You may think that the two might not be related, but they are in a “globalized” sort of way. This book deals with a lot of information but is written so that it is not all in academic jargon, but rather understandable for the general population instead of just those studying in advanced-degree programs.