Description
Draws together a group of international policy analysts and researchers to examine the Academies policy and implementation, locating it within a contemporary political analytical framework.
About the Author
Helen M. Gunter is Professor of Educational Policy, Leadership and Management at the University of Manchester, UK.
Reviews
'This is an incredibly important book on an issue deserving of close scrutiny. It offers precisely the kind of deep analysis that should be mandatory before ill-considered strategies are embarked upon by ideologically-driven governments. It raises crucial questions central to the role of the state, civil society, and the place of private interests in educational policy and school reform.' John Smyth, Research Professor of Education, University of Ballarat, Australia 'The Academies programme in England enjoys strong political support from economic neo-liberals. The evidence in its favour is mixed, at best. Helen Gunter's The State and Education Policy sets out the ideological, political, legal, historical and empirical basis of the programme. The collection is informed, coherent and critical; the contributions are scholarly and readable. It is altogether very impressive.' David Hartley, Professor of Professional Learning, University of Birmingham, UK
Book Information
ISBN 9781441108401
Author Professor Helen M. Gunter
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Continuum Publishing Corporation
Publisher Continuum Publishing Corporation
Weight(grams) 494g