Researching Widening Access to Lifelong Learning : Issues and Approaches in International Research

ISBN 10: 0415322367 / ISBN 13: 9780415322362

Published by Taylor & Francis Group, 2004

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Title: Researching Widening Access to Lifelong ...

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group

Publication Date: 2004

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Edition: 1st Edition.

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Synopsis:

This authoritative volume is a truly international contribution to the worldwide debate on how best to widen access to lifelong learning.
The first section of the book comprises research studies from around the world, reflecting the diversity of contexts in which widening access is researched and considers issues central to the access debate, including different understandings of the concept of access, organisational and structural change, curriculum development, entry policies, performance and retention and labour market outcomes.
The second section illustrates diverse and innovative methodological approaches that have been employed by researchers in the field, and considers the range of approaches available.
Given the growing concern around the world on the need to combat social exclusion and to improve economic circumstances through access to lifelong learning, this book acts as a unique reference point informing the ongoing debate, exploring the relationships between research, policy and practice.

Synopsis:

Governments around the world have committed themselves to increasing participation in access to further and higher education. In order to formulate and implement policies and interventions to this end, education policy-makers and managers need access to reliable, wide-ranging and cutting-edge research derived from a range of qualitative and quantitative methodologies, and conducted in a variety of contexts. Researching Widening Access in Further and Higher Education is a comprehensive exploration of how such research can most effectively be conducted, the different forms it can take and its significance and value for education policy. The book is divided into two sections. The first looks at specific research studies from around the world that reflect the diversity of contexts in which widening access is researched. The second part discusses the range of research methodologies and paradigms available to the researcher of widening access. An introduction and conclusion by the editors draw out the key themes, issues and implications emerging from global research into widening access.

This is an essential research companion for students, academics, and policy-makers investigating the global phenomenon of widening access to education.