This key text provides an overview of current theoretical issues, areas of study and major themes that are covered in education studies programs. Chapters include:
- globalization
- differentiation
- early childhood
- special needs
- citizenship and education
- lifelong learning
- post-compulsory education
- higher education
- management and professionalism in teaching
- education and economic development
Prominent contributors in each field provide students with a solid grounding in the areas they will be studying and point the way to further successful study.