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Higher education in the Arab countries trends, comparisons and challenges for the 21st century Abdeljalil Akkari
Springer Nature - Springer Education (R0) eBooks 2026 English International Available online
View online- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Akkari, Abdeljalil, author.
- Series:
- SpringerBriefs in education
- SpringerBriefs in education 2211-193X
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Education, Higher.
- Arab countries.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource
- Place of Publication:
- Cham, Switzerland Springer [2026]
- Summary:
- "This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of higher education in the Arab world over the last three decades. Through a comparative approach, it examines the diverse socio-political and economic trends across 22 countries. The book explores key themes such as governance, privatization, internationalization, and digitalization, while addressing critical debates on socio-economic development, knowledge creation, and pedagogy. Readers will gain insights into the common challenges and unique developments in higher education within the region. This book offers valuable perspectives for policymakers, educators, and researchers, emphasizing the importance of building an equitable and sustainable higher education system that contributes to socio-economic progress. As the Arab world continues to navigate the complexities of higher education, this volume serves as an essential resource for understanding and fostering future advancements"-- Springer Nature Link
- Contents:
- Historical origins and contemporary models of higher education in the Arab countries
- Quantitative growth and major trends
- Privatization, autonomy and accountability
- Language policies, curriculum, teaching methods and digitalization
- Internationalization and brain drain
- Impact of higher education on socio-economic development
- Knowledge creation and publications
- Rethinking higher education in the MENA region
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references
- Online resource; title from PDF title page (Springer Nature Link, viewed August 19, 2026)
- Other Format:
- Print version Akkari, Abdeljalil Higher education in the Arab countries
- ISBN:
- 9783032351470
- 3032351472
- OCLC:
- 1611517639
- Access Restriction:
- Some versions Open access versions available from some providers open access
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