Educational policy continues to be of major concern. Policy debates about economic growth and national competitiveness, for example, commonly focus on the importance of human capital and a highly educated workforce. Defining the theoretical boundaries and methodological approaches of education policy research are the two primary themes of this comprehensive, AERA-sponsored Handbook. Organized into seven sections, the Handbook focuses on (1) disciplinary foundations of educational policy, (2) methodological perspectives, (3) the policy process, (4) resources, management, and organization, (5) teaching and learning policy, (6) actors and institutions, and (7) education access and differentiation. This book is appropriate for scholars and graduate students working in the field of education policy and for the growing number of academic, government, and think tank researchers engaged in policy research.

Editors: Gary Sykes, Barbara Schneider, David N. Plank

ISBN: 978-0-415-98991-6 Hardcover
ISBN: 978-0-415-98992-3 Paperback

This book can be purchased from Routledge/Taylor & Francis. AERA members, visit My AERA for a 25% discount code on hardback and paperback purchases.
Hardback: $335.00
Paperback: $130.95