比较教育政策与不平等

师资课程

首页师资课程 2025年全球社会政策

比较教育政策与不平等

课程教师

Mobarak Hossain

教师简介

Dr Mobarak Hossain is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Policy at the London School of Economics. With a DPhil (PhD) in Social Policy from the University of Oxford, Dr Hossain was previously a Postdoctoral Prize Research Fellow at Nuffield College, Oxford, where he remains an associate member. He is affiliated with Young Lives at the Oxford Department of International Development, Oxford Department of Social Policy and Intervention, and the International Inequalities Institute at LSE. Dr Hossain serves as an Associate Editor for European Societies and sits on the editorial board of the British Journal of Sociology of Education. He co-organizes the seminar series Education Policy and Research in International Perspective, hosted by EduHub at LSE Social Policy. His research focuses on social and educational inequalities, the sociology of education, comparative education policy, and cross-border policy diffusion, with a special emphasis on emerging and developing economies.

课程内容

This course examines the intersection of education policy and inequality across diverse global contexts, with a strong focus on low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Through a comparative lens, students will explore how historical, political, and economic factors shape educational access, quality, and outcomes for various social groups. The course addresses critical issues such as resource allocation, governance, and accountability in education, with particular emphasis on their impact on marginalized populations and underserved regions. By examining case studies from both LMICs and high-income countries, students will analyze policies designed to reduce educational inequality and consider the unique challenges and opportunities faced by LMICs in achieving equitable education. This course aims to deepen understanding of how education policies can either mitigate or perpetuate social inequalities and equip students with the analytical tools to assess policy impacts on equity and social mobility in varied socioeconomic settings.

预期目标

By the end of the course, students will:

Understand the role of education policy in addressing or perpetuating inequality.
Analyze comparative frameworks and methodologies in studying education systems.
Critically evaluate case studies of educational reforms addressing inequality.
Develop policy recommendations to address inequalities in diverse educational contexts.

课程安排

Lecture	Topic (2.5 teaching hours)
1	Theoretical Foundations of Education Policy and Inequality Overview of key concepts in education policy, inequality, and social justice. Examination of theoretical frameworks (e.g., social reproduction, human capital theory) in understanding the role of education in society.
2	Global Trends in Educational Inequality Comparative analysis of educational inequalities worldwide. Discussion of trends in access, quality, and outcomes with a focus on low-income versus high-income countries.
3	Funding and Resource Allocation in Education Examination of the impact of resource allocation on educational access and quality. Case studies on the effects of public vs. private funding in exacerbating or reducing inequality.
4	Educational Governance and Accountability Analysis of governance structures and their role in shaping equitable education policies. Discussion on accountability mechanisms and their effectiveness in promoting equality.
5	The Impact of Privatization and Marketization on Educational Equity Exploration of privatization trends in education, including charter schools and vouchers. Critical analysis of market-driven policies and their impact on inequality.
6	Gender Inequality in Education Policy Examination of gendered barriers to education access and achievement. Case studies on policy interventions aimed at achieving gender parity in education.
7	Race, Ethnicity, and Educational Inequality Discussion on racial and ethnic disparities in education systems. Comparative case studies on policies addressing racial inequalities in different countries.
8	Migration, Refugees, and Education Policy Analysis of education policies affecting migrant and refugee populations. Exploration of challenges and solutions for inclusive education for displaced communities.
9	Impact of Technology and Digital Divide on Educational Equity Examination of how technology influences access to quality education. Discussion on the digital divide and policy responses to ensure equitable access to digital resources.
10	Education Policy Responses to COVID-19 and Implications for Inequality Analysis of policy measures adopted globally in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Discussion on the long-term implications of pandemic-induced changes on educational inequality.

Reading List

Some useful edited volumes (To be revised and journal articles to be added)

Apple, M.W., Ball, S.J., Gandin, L.A. (eds) (2010) The Routledge International Handbook of the Sociology of Education. London: Routledge.
Holsinger, D. B., Jacob, W. J., & Mason, M. (Eds.). (2009). Inequality in education: Comparative and international perspectives. Springer Netherlands.
Breen, R., & Müller, W. (Eds.). (2020). Education and intergenerational social mobility in Europe and the United States. Stanford University Press.
McGrath, S. Gu, Q. (eds) (2015) Routledge Handbook of International Education and Development. London: Routledge.
Halsey, A.H., Lauder, H., Brown, P., Wells, A.S. (eds) (1997) Education: Culture, Economy, Society. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Bell, L., & Stevenson, H. (2006). Education policy: Process, themes and impact. London: Routledge.

Student Assessment

To be revised: Policy Brief Analysis (30%), Group Policy Analysis Presentation (30%), Case Study Brief (20%), and Class Participation and Engagement (20%).