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Going to School in the Middle East and North Africa
Book Code: GR4294
ISBN: 0-313-34294-6
ISBN-13: 978-0-313-34294-3
148 pages
Greenwood Press
Publication: 7/30/2008
List Price: $65.00 (UK Sterling Price: £37.95)
Availability: Not yet published. (Estimated publication date, 7/30/2008)
Media Type: Hardcover
Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
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Series Title: The Global School Room
Description: The Middle East and North Africa are constantly in the news due to political turmoil, and it is difficult for students in those countries to attend school and live the life of a child or teenager. What is it really like? This volume traces the history of education in countries of the Middle East and North African region, identifying the types of education available for different genders and social classes, and how race, ethnicity and gender affect education for those students. Primary, Secondary, and Post-Secondary educational opportunities are examined, along with curriculum, and teaching menthods. Major reforms and philosophies are also included. Countries included are: Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Saudia Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon.
Table of Contents:
  • Series Foreword
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgments
  • Introduction
  • Chapter 1 North Africa and the Middle East: The Region Defined
  • Chapter 2 The Foundations of Modern Education in the Middle East and North Africa
  • Chapter 3 Innovations in the Curriculum
  • Chapter 4 The Education Systems in the Middle the Middle East and North Africa
  • Chapter 5 Higher Education in the Middle East and North Africa
  • Chapter 6 Innovations in the Curriculum: Special Needs Education
  • Chapter 7 Gender and Schooling
  • Bibliography
LC Card Number: 2008016570
LCC Class: LA1430
Dewey Class: 370
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