This volume discusses the effects, models and implications of history teaching in relation to conflict transformation and reconciliation from a social-psychological perspective. Bringing together a mix of established and young researchers and academics, from the fields of psychology, education, and history, the book provides an in-depth exploration of the role of historical narratives, history …
Te idea of applying comparative methods of inquiry to understand reforms that travel, which is presented in this volume, was conceived in 2017 within the context of the Policy Transfer Project (POLTRANS). In this project Gita Steiner-Khamsi, Teachers College (TC), Columbia University, was appointed as a part-time adjunct visiting professor at the Department of Education, University of…
This open access book explores how policy makers draw on national, regional and international expertise in issuing school reform within five Nordic countries. In an era of international comparison, policy makers are expected to review best practices, learn from experiences from elsewhere, and apply international standards propelled by international organizations. Do they do so? What counts, fo…
This open access book explores how policy makers draw on national, regional and international expertise in issuing school reform within five Nordic countries. In an era of international comparison, policy makers are expected to review best practices, learn from experiences from elsewhere, and apply international standards propelled by international organizations. Do they do so? What counts, fo…
Third sector impact; Volunteering; Charity; European Commission; Political legitimacy; Third Sector in Europe; Third Sector as a Renewable Resource; Obstacles to Third Sector Organisation; Development in Europe
employment; social policy; care; decentralization; service users; vouchers; welfare reform