Does education matter? : myths about education and economic growth / Alison Wolf.
By: Wolf, Alison.
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BookPublisher: London : Penguin, 2002Description: xiv, 332 p. : ill. ; 20 cm. pbk.ISBN: 0140286608; 9780140286601.Subject(s): Economic development -- Effect of education on
| Education and state -- Great Britain | Vocational education -- Great Britain | Education | Education | Development economics & emerging economies | Higher & further education, tertiary educationDDC classification: 370.110941 WOL Summary: Education has become an obsession for politicians and the public alike. It is seen by many as an economic panacea, but is there a link between economic growth and increased spending on higher education? This text discusses comparative education policy.
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| General lending | MTU Kerry North Campus Library First Floor Main | 370.110941 WOL (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 38888000478853 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
A thought-provoking and often controversial look at education policy in the UK and comparatively. Education, education and education has become an obsession for politicians and the public alike. it is seen by many as an economic panacea. an engine for growth and prosperity. but is there really a strong causal link between economic prosperity and growth in spending on higher education? Also, what sort of higher education most benefits industry and individuals? This text tackles this emotive issue with insight and expertise.
Includes index.
Education has become an obsession for politicians and the public alike. It is seen by many as an economic panacea, but is there a link between economic growth and increased spending on higher education? This text discusses comparative education policy.