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Asia Literate Schooling in the Asian Century

Exploring intercultural relations and education in a globalized context

Christine Halse editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:12th Feb '18

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This book provides a critical analysis of teaching practices aimed at fostering intercultural relations with Asia, emphasizing its importance in today's globalized society.

This book critically examines the concepts, policies, and practices surrounding the teaching and learning necessary for fostering intercultural relations with Asian societies. It engages scholars who are leading current discussions on Asia-related education, providing a comprehensive dialogue on the implications of globalization and migration in the context of schooling. As nations increasingly recognize the importance of 'Asia literate' citizens, this work highlights the role of education in shaping a globally competent populace.

In the context of the 'Asian Century,' educational leaders in countries like Australia, the USA, Canada, and New Zealand are rethinking their approaches to schooling. They view schools as pivotal environments for developing skills that enable individuals to effectively engage with diverse Asian cultures and societies. This book serves as a critical resource, offering insights into how educational systems can adapt to meet these evolving demands.

Asia Literate Schooling in the Asian Century presents various chapters that explore themes such as new narratives in learning about Asia, experiential learning in Asia literacy, and the challenges of implementing cross-curricular studies. This work is not only a valuable reference for educators but also contributes to a broader international discourse on the future of intercultural education in a globalized world.

‘As a whole the collection does interesting work to define Asia literacy and to map why we should consider it important... I finished reading the collection with a much deeper understanding of how the term Asia literacy is used, why and to what effect.’Annette Woods, Queensland University of Technology, Australia

'...it provides some lovely examples of how Asia literacy can be taught in schools, how to better prepare teachers to teach it and how it all fits within the long discourse that has been ‘Asia literacy’ in Australia. Australia isn’t the only nation grappling with these issues and the book provides a broad enough series of article to make this relevant to many other countries too...I really do think this is a particularly good book.' Trevor Mccandless, Deakin University, Autralia

'...Professor Halse presents an important contribution to this conversation. Based on empiric evidence and practical implementation, the volume identifies confirmed enablers of Asia literate schooling, as well as providing readers with engaging stimuli for ways to think through the much larger intellectual project this conversation requires.'Peta Salter, James Cook University, Townsville, Australia

ISBN: 9781138492806

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 453g

216 pages