Readings in Education

The term education most commonly refers to formal learning contexts, such as those encountered in schools and colleges. However, opportunities for learning can be found in nearly every aspect of our lives. Consequently, research into the many dimensions and multiple facets of education is expanding. This book presents nine essays covering a diverse range of issues in contemporary education. The topics focused on include educational leadership, research paradigms and data collection techniques in educational inquiry, issues in professional development, curriculum management, and the implementation of extra-curricular educational courses.