Books in the Routledge Library Editions: Comparative Education series

Originally published in 1985. Some less developed countries have emulated the West in the style and organisation of their academic systems. Others have deliberately avoided this path, experimenting with systems more relevant to development. This book discusses the problems of dependence and interdependence in education throughout the world.

Originally published in 1985. The book illustrates the argument that that much is to be gained by taking a broader, more international view by examining in detail seven major issues of concern and comparing how they are handled in different countries.

Originally published in 1992. This work provides insight into comparative and international education work in Australia and New Zealand - the 14 essays address issues such as education in third-world Asia, sexism, and culture and power.

Originally published in 1990. Assembling studies from diverse cultural and political traditions and networks, this book comprises a number of case studies ranging across the Caribbean region - Puerto Rico, Cuba, Jamaica, the British Virgin Islands, Mexico City, Central America, Costa Rica and Venezuela.

Originally published in 1985. Some less developed countries have emulated the West in the style and organisation of their academic systems. Others have deliberately avoided this path, experimenting with systems more relevant to development. This book discusses the problems of dependence and interdependence in education throughout the world.