Governance of Educational Trajectories in Europe : Pathways, Policy and Practice

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This comprehensive book, "Governance of Educational Trajectories in Europe: Pathways, Policy and Practice," delves into the educational journeys of young people across eight European nations. Drawing from a significant three-year EU-funded research project, it offers in-depth analysis of how structural, institutional, and policy contexts interact with individual aspirations and strategies. The book examines decision-making processes within social, familial, and educational settings, as well as transnational policy influences. Focusing on educational disadvantage, it presents primary, cross-national research with systematic thematic analysis. Each chapter, co-authored by international researchers, provides enriched insights into comparative theory and research methodologies. Key Features: * Analysis of educational trajectories in Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Slovenia, and the UK. * Explores the interplay between individual meaning, strategies, and socio-political contexts. * Focuses on educational disadvantage through cross-national research. * Co-authored chapters offer diverse perspectives on comparative theory and methods. Summary: Governance of Educational Trajectories in Europe, Paperback, English, 2017, Andreas Walther, Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, ISBN 9781350053380.