Publisher's Synopsis
Education in North America is a comprehensive critical reference guide to the main educational themes in Canada and the United States, from their historical roots to the present time. Bringing a global awareness to the discussion of key contemporary issues and recent reforms in North American education, this volume highlights the similarities and the differences in the development of educational provisions in both countries. Including a comparative introduction to the challenges facing education in the countries in light of political and social changes, this is an essential reference for researchers, scholars, international agencies and policy-makers at all levels.
