EDU 7625 — Comparative International/Global Higher Education
3 semester hoursGraduateLecture
Examines many but not all educational systems that exist around the world, along with worldwide emerging trends in education. An understanding of these global models can better inform policy decisions, institutional strategies, and pedagogy at the micro- and macro-levels. Emphasizes topics of governance, credentialing, assessment, portability, funding, curriculum, and instruction. Examines current and emerging trends resulting from changing demographic and economic shifts, as well as varied reform initiatives.