Reviews of National Policies for Education Higher Education in Kazakhstan 2017


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Higher education policy is the key to lifelong learning and this is particularly important as the ageing population is increasing in many countries. It is a major driver of economic competitiveness in an increasingly knowledge-driven global economy and it also brings social cohesion and ...




Reviews of National Policies for Education: Higher Education in Kazakhstan 2007


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This book gives a brief overview of regional issues and the history of post-secondary education in Kazakhstan and describes the development of higher and tertiary education in the country since the transition began, along with a set of key recommendations for improvements.




Reviews of National Policies for Education Reviews of National Policies for Education: Higher Education in Ireland 2006


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Although Ireland was one of the first European countries to grasp the economic importance of education, its higher education sector is now at a crossroads with significant challenges to overcome. High levels of investment are needed for a major expansion of postgraduate studies and capacity for research, development and innovation. Mechanisms should be established to achieve the right balance between different components of the tertiary education system, which includes universities, institutes of technology and colleges that provide post-secondary level instruction. This report addresses the full range of higher education issues, offers recommendations for action within the framework of the government's ambitions for the sector, and suggests policy approaches to developing required additional sources of funding.




Reviews of National Policies for Education Education in Costa Rica


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This report assesses Costa Rica’s policies and practices against best practice in education from across the OECD and other reference countries in the Latin American region.




Reviews of National Policies for Education


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A team of examiners from the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) reviews Portugal's education system in a three-part report. Part One begins with the consequences of the 1974 revolution, Portugal's economic problems, its impending attachment to the European Economic Community, and rising public expectations about education. It continues with criticism of the Ministry of Education, which is overstaffed and has duplicate functions. The examiners propose reduction of branches and suggest the establishment of a national education advisory council and closer relations with other government agencies. A high priority for the compulsory school-level education (four primary and two preparatory grades) is improvement of standards in rural areas. Accepting the future extension of compulsory schooling from 6 to 9 years, the examiners counsel step-by-step reform of the school structure and curriculum. Education of 16-to-19 year olds is a problematic issue since upper-secondary schools are not providing adequate vocational courses. The examiners feel a solution is for Portugal to adopt a comprehensive education and training policy for that age group implemented jointly by the Ministries of Education and Labor. Part Two of the report includes a record of the review meeting between the OECD examiners and the Minister of Education and his delegates and addresses five areas of concern. The third part is a summary of the Ministry of Education's Backgroud Report of the education system in Portugal. (MD)




Reviews of National Policies for Education Reviews of National Policies for Education: Basic Education in Turkey 2007


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Context and comparative perspective -- Basic education -- Secondary education : general, vocational and technical education and apprenticeships -- Cross-cutting issues -- Conclusions.




Economic Insights on Higher Education Policy in Ireland


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This book brings together research relating to the economics of higher education in Ireland and presents evidence that will help support policy decision making. It provides an analysis of prominent issues within the higher education sector from an economic viewpoint, discussing the relevant theory and offering an empirical analysis. The book examines three broad themes with a specific focus on issues related to undergraduate education: participation and preferences, progression and outcomes, and benefits and financing. Each chapter presents an accessible, non-specialist analysis of the topic of interest, making it relevant to a wider audience. In doing so, the book provides an important addition to our current knowledge and understanding of higher education in Ireland from an economic perspective. Key chapters discuss the factors influencing institution choices, student retention in higher education, and policy debates surrounding student finance. The book will serve as a useful and up-to-date resource for policymakers, researchers, academics and students across a range of disciplines, both in Ireland and internationally.




Reviews of National Policies for Education OECD Review of Resourcing Schools to Address Educational Disadvantage in Ireland


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The “OECD Review of Resourcing Schools to Address Educational Disadvantage in Ireland” provides an independent analysis meant to support Irish authorities in identifying ways to strengthen the resources and supports provided to students at risk of educational disadvantage in both DEIS and non-DEIS schools. The report serves three purposes: i) to provide insights and advice to Irish education authorities; ii) to help other countries understand the Irish approach to equitable education; and iii) to provide input for comparative analyses of the OECD Education for Inclusive Societies project. The scope for the analysis in this report covers primary and post-primary education. The focus areas of the review in Ireland are: i) governance, ii) resourcing; iii) capacity building; iv) school-level interventions and v) monitoring and evaluation. This report will be of interest in Ireland and other countries looking to improve the equity of students at risk of educational disadvantage in their education systems.




Reviews of National Policies for Education: Kyrgyz Republic 2010 Lessons from PISA


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This report explains the reasons for the dramatically low performance of Kyrgyz students in the 2006 PISA survey -despite significant resources and efforts invested in education by schools, parents and government - and makes recommendations to Kyrgyz authorities for policy improvement.