GLOBALISATION Flashcards
Define globalisation
The compression of time and distance
Outline three ways in which globalisation has effected education according to
An increased fellow of ideas; educators learn about alternative ways of teaching and learning.
Changing needs of the economy and the globalisation of economy require different teaching methods which can be understood on a universal scale. Eg: involvement of technology.
Increased flow of diversity from countries around the world; the education system needs to be tailored to this to support their needs.
Outline a policy influenced by globalisation
New labours programme for greater opportunities in adult education
According to Stephan ball, what are most changes in the education system in terms of globalisation linked with?
The dominance of new-liberal perspectives that treat education as a business
How does the globalisation of education link to post-fordist economy?
The economy has moved from a Fordist 1 size fits all approach to an increasingly fragmented economy which is tailored to global needs. Similarly, the education system has also shifted in the same was towards a diverse range of education a training that reflects the ever changing needs of the economy and consumer choice
