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Recent changes in technology, political arrangements, and social and economic systems have been so rapid and far-reaching that they are said to have ushered in a new era of globalisation. Sometimes presented as inevitable, globalisation has become the focus of considerable contest of ideas, policies and practices. This course examines the origins and nature of globalisation, and analyses its implications for education.
In recent decades, changes in technology, political arrangements, and economic andfinancial systems have occurred across the globe. Much of this change has been sorapid and radical and so far-reaching that it is said to have ushered in a new era of“globalization”. Often presented as inevitable, the transformation of societies underglobalization is being undermined by the global financial crisis and increasingly resisted.It is also an area involving considerable contest of ideas, even over the meaning ofglobalization itself.This course seeks to help students gain an understanding of the origins and nature ofwhat has become known as globalization, and introduce some of its implications foreducation. It was designed and is being taught by academic staff who are researchingand writing in the area globalization, social justice and education. EDUC339 is a 300 level course taught during the first semester and has a weighting of30 points.
Students who complete this course will: 1. Have an in-depth understanding of globalisation and its significance for education, knowledge and social justice.2. Consider reforms in New Zealand education in the light of broader international trends.3. Explore and assess a range of social, economic and educational alternatives.4. Develop skills in critical policy analysis.
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attributes specified below:
Critically competent in a core academic discipline of their award
Students know and can critically evaluate and, where applicable, apply this knowledge to topics/issues within their majoring subject.
EDUC206 or any 30 points at 200 level of EDUC or SOCI, POLS, HIST, CULT, ANTH, orby permission of the Head of School.
Peter Roberts
Domestic fee $1,493.00
International fee $6,075.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Educational Studies and Leadership .