Carlos Alberto Torres Livres

Exploring the evolving relationship between education and citizenship, this book examines how democratic participation is influenced by shifting societal frameworks. It delves into theories of citizenship and education, contrasting the welfare state with neoliberalism. Drawing on the works of influential thinkers like Hobbes, Locke, and Marx, the chapters highlight contemporary multicultural approaches within educational contexts and their implications for civic engagement.

Exploring the intersection of education and societal transformation, this volume delves into the effects of neoliberalism and globalization on schooling. It examines how these structural changes influence social change, national development, and the integrity of democratic educational systems globally. Through critical analysis, the author sheds light on the challenges and implications for education in the contemporary world.

A critical reading of contemporary Chinese architecture, which contextualises them both in the panorama of Chinese constructions and in that of global architecture

Comparative The Dialectic of the Global and the Local, Second Edition examines the common problems facing education systems around the world as the result of global economic, social, and cultural forces. Issues related to the governance, financing, provision, processes, and outcomes of education systems for differently situated social groups are described and analyzed in specific regional, national, and local contexts. Added in this edition is a concluding chapter by Carlos Torres describing the current challenges and new directions for scholarship and teaching in comparative education. Chapters discussing education in the United States, Latin America, the Middle East, Russian/Eastern Europe, and Africa have been updated to reflect the changes in these regions and emerging educational trends and politics. See new Comparative The Dialectic of the Global and the Local, Third Edition

Focusing on global citizenship education, the first volume in the Critical Global Citizenship Education series presents an innovative perspective that merges theoretical insights with empirical research. It emphasizes the significance of this form of education as a crucial method of learning in today's interconnected world, highlighting its role in fostering understanding and responsibility among learners.