Education in a Post-welfare Society (Introducing Social Policy) (Paperback)

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"This is an accomplished, readable, and very usable volume. The book will become necessary reading and a work of reference for students of social policy and education for many years to come." -- British Journal of Educational Studies Brit Jnl of Educational Studies 20031028 "!this book does a superb job of both highlighting the key social justice concerns and controversies over the last fifty years and providing an overview of education policy developments over the same period." -- British Journal of Sociology of Education Brit Jnl of Sociology of Education 20031028 "This book must become the classic text for students of education, social and welfare policies. Sally Tomlinson, doyenne of policy-orientated education and social research, has written with commendable clarity and comprehensiveness a superb book on British education." -- Journal of Social Policy Jnl of Social Policy 20031028 "The first six chapters of the book alone will undoubtedly become an indispensable resource for students and others working in the field of education as a unique reference for education legislation between 1945 and 2000." -- Local Government Studies Local Government Studies Jnl 20031028 "Education in Post war Society is a powerful, valuable and thought-provoking book. It would benefit anyone who sought to understand the reasons and actions behind the present educational system. ..this book would not only be of value to educators and their students, administrators and managers, officers of Local Education Authorities and Elected Members of Councils who have responsibility for education would also find this book extremely enlightening." - Barbara Pavey Escalate Learning and Teaching 20030501 "...provides an excellent overview of educational policy in post-war Britain. Education in a Post War Society has already become an indispensable tool in my teaching. It is extremely user-friendly with concise chronologies at the beginning of the first six chapters and boxed summaries of all the major legislation. ...great text for teaching-Go and buy it. - Diane Reay Journal of Education Policy 20030110

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"This book provides a context for understanding educational policies which is currently missing from education and social policy courses. It should be compulsory reading." - Len Barton, University of Sheffield. What have been the positive and negative effects of education reforms in recent years? Why are the moderate successes of state education unrecognised and education portrayed as 'failing' or in crisis? How has the reproduction of privilege by education persisted despite a rhetoric of equality and inclusion? "Education in a Post-welfare Society" provides a concise and critical overview of education policy, as government in Britain has moved from creating a welfare state to promoting a post-welfare society dominated by private enterprise and competitive markets. Concentrating particularly on the past twenty years, Sally Tomlinson places in context the avalanche of legislation and documentation that has re-formed education into a competitive enterprise in which young people 'learn to compete'. She also demonstrates how a relatively decentralised education system became a system in which funding, teaching and curriculum were centrally controlled, and education narrowed to an economic function. Chronologies of education acts, reports and initiatives are provided at the beginning of the first six chapters. Major legislation is summarised, and an extensive bibliography and annotated suggestions for further reading provide additional guidance. The result is an invaluable resource for students of social policy and education, as well as educational researchers and professionals.

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This is the second edition of a book first published in 2001, which aimed to provide a critical overview of education policy since 1945, a period during which government in the UK moved from creating and sustaining a welfare state, to promoting a post-welfare society dominated by private enterprise and competitive markets. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   1 of 1 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A really readable book, 6 Jan 2009 By  Maria Stegenwalner (St. Brelade, Jersey United Kingdom) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Education in a Post-Welfare Society (Introducing Social Policy) (Paperback) This book is written in a very clear and accessible style. It summarises changes in education between 1945 and 1980, and then focuses on the changes brought in in the 1980s under the Conservative government, and the subsequent changes under New Labour. This is jam packed with information and discussion points. I always like books that don't make me feel inadequate: this book was great because it used everyday language without 'academic speak'. Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this) Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review › See all customer reviews...		Ad feedback   Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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