Understanding Contemporary Issues in Higher Education Contradictions Complexities and Challenges

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This insightful book offers a wide-ranging collection of lively discussions on contemporary issues policies and practices in higher education. Bartram integrates contributions from experienced academics teachers and students in a unique approach and structure designed to enable students with both specific and wide-ranging interests in higher education to extend their understanding. Including discussion points research tasks and suggestions on further reading in each chapter Understanding Contemporary Issues in Higher Education discusses a range of topics such as: universities and the mental health ‘crisis’; knowledge the state and the market; the role of technology in teaching and academic celebrification; disability diversity and inclusive placement learning. Written specifically for Education Studies students this book constitutes a timely addition to student-focused themed studies looking at aspects of higher education. | Understanding Contemporary Issues in Higher Education Contradictions Complexities and Challenges