Emerald Group Publishing Limited As the World Turns: Global Shifts in Higher Education - Vol 7

Explore the profound impacts of global shifts on higher education in this comprehensive volume. As part of the Advances in Education in Diverse Communities series, this book examines how changing landscapes affect theory, research, and practice within academic settings. With increasing urbanization and shifting population densities, understanding how communities thrive is a priority for governments and nation states. This anthology addresses these challenges by analyzing the living conditions of marginalized persons in cities and neighborhoods across the globe. It provides a deep look at how local environments influence social mobility and the future opportunities available to those living in high-density urban areas. This text is an essential resource for those studying the geography of opportunity and the connection between place and poverty. By looking at the consequential impact of neighborhood environs, the research offers valuable insights into the social mobility of diverse populations. It is a significant addition to the study of education, policy, and praxis in a rapidly changing world.