Routledge Education and Neoliberal Globalization - Book

Explore the complex relationship between schooling and global economic shifts with Education and Neoliberal Globalization. Written by noted critical education scholar Carlos Alberto Torres, this volume examines how structural changes in education are shaped by neoliberalism and globalization. This book investigates how these forces impact social change, national development, and democratic educational systems across the globe. The first section provides analytical methods to understand and critique the policies and practices of neoliberal states on both a domestic and international level. Beyond simply observing the current state of educational policy, Torres provides a deep look at existing critiques and alternative perspectives. This text is a significant resource for anyone studying how global economic trends redefine the purpose and function of education in a changing world.