The Routledge International Handbook of the Sociology of Education

Book Details

• Publisher: Routledge

• Author: Michael W. Apple, Stephen J. Ball, Luis Armando Gandin

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition

• ISBN: 9780415619967

• Pages: 423

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.9 x 1.0 inches

About the Book

The Routledge International Handbook of the Sociology of Education brings together some of the world’s leading sociologists of education to explore critical issues and concerns within the discipline. This collection features thirty-seven newly commissioned chapters, each addressing contemporary educational processes, global trends, and the evolving nature of social conflict and inequality.

Drawing upon both theory and research, this volume offers fresh insights into the field of education and highlights two interrelated agendas that have shaped educational change over the past twenty-five years. The first focuses on the state’s clear articulation of its educational requirements, while the second promotes greater autonomy for educational institutions in delivering these requirements.

The book covers a range of issues under three key areas:

• Perspectives and Theories

• Social Processes and Practices

• Inequalities and Resistances

The Routledge International Handbook of the Sociology of Education emphasizes the vibrancy and diversity within the sociology of education, highlighting the significance of sociological work in this dynamic field. This volume is an essential resource for educators and will also appeal to practicing sociologists of education.

Written by Michael W. Apple, Stephen J. Ball, and Luis Armando Gandin, experts in education and sociology, this handbook is indispensable for anyone interested in understanding the intersection of education, society, and social change.