The university in the global age
By: King, Roger
Title By: Bjarnason, Svava [Contributed by] | Edwards, Kenneth [Contributed by] | Gibbons, Michael [Contributed by] | Ryan, Yoni [Contributed by]
Material type:
BookSeries: Universities into the 21st century.Publisher: Basingstoke : Palgrave Macmillan, 2004.Description: xxiii, 192 p. ; 22cm.ISBN: 1403934673 :; 1403911304 (pbk.) :Subject(s): Education, Higher | Universites and colleges | Education, Higher -- Aims and objectives | Higher education and stateDDC classification: 378 Online resources: Location Map
Summary:
This book explores different national models of university systems, including their historical development. It examines major themes confronting higher education, such as globalization, the growth of regulatory states, markets and education as a tradable service, and new providers utilizing the latest information and communication technologies. It also looks at implications for traditional universities and national governments.
| Item type | Home library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGULAR | University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection | 378 KI UN (Browse shelf) | Available | T0013522 |
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Includes index.
Bibliography.
This book explores different national models of university systems, including their historical development. It examines major themes confronting higher education, such as globalization, the growth of regulatory states, markets and education as a tradable service, and new providers utilizing the latest information and communication technologies. It also looks at implications for traditional universities and national governments.