The Virtual University?

Knowledge, Markets, and Management

Kevin Robins editor Frank Webster editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Published:7th Nov '02

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This insightful examination of higher education explores the effects of technology on universities, as discussed in The Virtual University?.

In The Virtual University?, the author explores the transformative shifts occurring in higher education, examining how information technologies are reshaping the landscape of learning and institutional structures. As universities adapt to modern demands, they increasingly adopt managerial and business-oriented approaches, leading to a reorganization of traditional educational paradigms. The text delves into the implications of these changes, questioning the future role of universities in a digital age.

The book features a collection of empirical and analytical chapters contributed by scholars from both sides of the Atlantic. These contributions provide diverse perspectives on the interplay between technology and education, highlighting case studies and research findings that illustrate the evolving nature of higher education. Readers will gain insights into how digital tools and platforms are not only enhancing learning experiences but also challenging the very essence of what it means to educate.

Through its comprehensive analysis, The Virtual University? encourages critical reflection on the future of higher education. It raises important questions about accessibility, quality, and the role of technology in fostering inclusive and effective learning environments. This thought-provoking text is essential for educators, policymakers, and anyone interested in the future of education as it navigates the complexities of the digital era.

This valuable collection of essays avoids both cynical renunciation and breathless proclamation: it can be used as a lucid agenda of the issues. * Anthony Smith, Magdalen College, Oxford, The Times Higher Education Supplement *

ISBN: 9780199245574

Dimensions: 241mm x 182mm x 23mm

Weight: 634g

342 pages