Higher Education in Ethiopia

Structural Inequalities and Policy Responses

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Education & Teaching, Educational Theory, Educational Reform, Higher Education
Cover of the book Higher Education in Ethiopia by Tebeje Molla, Springer Singapore
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Tebeje Molla ISBN: 9789811079337
Publisher: Springer Singapore Publication: January 18, 2018
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author: Tebeje Molla
ISBN: 9789811079337
Publisher: Springer Singapore
Publication: January 18, 2018
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

This book focuses on higher education in Ethiopia, analysing persisting inequalities and policy responses against the backdrop of the extensive expansion and reform that the system has experienced in recent years. Drawing on empirical data generated through interviews, policy reviews and focus-group discussions, it explicates factors of structural inequality ranging from neoliberal policy orientations to repressive gender culture and geo-political peripherality. 

In a departure from conventional studies that consider policy a response to social problems, the book takes a critical perspective to show the constitutive role of policy, and explains how the representation of the problem of social inequality undermines equity policy outcomes in Ethiopian higher education. Not only does the book problematise the framing of the problem of inequality in the system, it also outlines strategies for designing transformative equity instruments.  In explaining structural factors of inequality and equity provisions, the book productively combines sociological concepts with historical accounts and political economy insights. 

Given the increased economic optimism associated with higher education in sub-Saharan Africa and the neoliberal ideals underpinning much of the restructuring of the system in the region, this is a timely and important contribution that sheds light on the social justice implications and consequences of such changes. It offers fresh accounts of largely neglected qualitative cases of inequality, making it a valuable read for students and researchers in the areas of Ethiopian education policy studies, international and comparative education, and international development.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This book focuses on higher education in Ethiopia, analysing persisting inequalities and policy responses against the backdrop of the extensive expansion and reform that the system has experienced in recent years. Drawing on empirical data generated through interviews, policy reviews and focus-group discussions, it explicates factors of structural inequality ranging from neoliberal policy orientations to repressive gender culture and geo-political peripherality. 

In a departure from conventional studies that consider policy a response to social problems, the book takes a critical perspective to show the constitutive role of policy, and explains how the representation of the problem of social inequality undermines equity policy outcomes in Ethiopian higher education. Not only does the book problematise the framing of the problem of inequality in the system, it also outlines strategies for designing transformative equity instruments.  In explaining structural factors of inequality and equity provisions, the book productively combines sociological concepts with historical accounts and political economy insights. 

Given the increased economic optimism associated with higher education in sub-Saharan Africa and the neoliberal ideals underpinning much of the restructuring of the system in the region, this is a timely and important contribution that sheds light on the social justice implications and consequences of such changes. It offers fresh accounts of largely neglected qualitative cases of inequality, making it a valuable read for students and researchers in the areas of Ethiopian education policy studies, international and comparative education, and international development.

More books from Springer Singapore

Cover of the book Technology Implementation in Second Language Teaching and Translation Studies by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Taiwan Cinema, Memory, and Modernity by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Dynamics and Control of Lorentz-Augmented Spacecraft Relative Motion by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Design, Synthesis and Applications of One-Dimensional Chalcogenide Hetero-Nanostructures by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Signal Processing Approaches to Secure Physical Layer Communications in Multi-Antenna Wireless Systems by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Preparation, Characterisation and Reactivity of Low Oxidation State d-Block Metal Complexes Stabilised by Extremely Bulky Amide Ligands by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Shrinking Cities in China by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book The Rise of Right-Populism by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Sickness Work by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Dynamic Chemical Processes on Solid Surfaces by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Quantum Theory and Symmetries with Lie Theory and Its Applications in Physics Volume 2 by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Microwave Systems Design by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Bacterial Identification and Drug Susceptibility Patterns in Pregnant and Non Pregnant UTI Patients by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book Discontinuously Reinforced Titanium Matrix Composites by Tebeje Molla
Cover of the book BRICS Innovative Competitiveness Report 2017 by Tebeje Molla
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy