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The 'Big Bang' in Japanese Higher Education - The 2004 Reforms and the Dynamics of Change (Paperback) Loot Price: R915
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The 'Big Bang' in Japanese Higher Education - The 2004 Reforms and the Dynamics of Change (Paperback): J. S Eades,...

The 'Big Bang' in Japanese Higher Education - The 2004 Reforms and the Dynamics of Change (Paperback)

J. S Eades, Roger Goodman, Yumiko Hada

Series: Japanese Society Series

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On April 1, 2004, Japanese higher education experienced a 'big bang'a set of reforms that have been described as the most significant institutional changes for over a century. One of the main aims is to make Japanese universities more competitive internationally, by eliminating the differences between national, public and private schools, and by giving them greater autonomy from the state in day-to-day administration and decision-making. At the same time, these institutions are facing an increasing demographic crisis, as they compete for a declining number of potential students, thanks to the falling Japanese birthrate. This book examines these changes from a variety of perspectives, including those of the government, the teachers and the students. Issues examined include the history of Japanese universities, their relation with the state, university management, internationalization, the struggle to attract students, the problems of language teaching, the impact of information technol

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Imprint: Trans Pacific Press
Country of origin: Australia
Series: Japanese Society Series
Release date: April 2005
First published: April 2005
Authors: J. S Eades • Roger Goodman • Yumiko Hada
Dimensions: 210 x 133 x 25mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 337
ISBN-13: 978-1-876843-23-6
Categories: Books > Social sciences > Education > Higher & further education > General
LSN: 1-876843-23-3
Barcode: 9781876843236

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