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Higher Education beyond Job Creation

Higher Education beyond Job Creation

Higher Education beyond Job Creation

Thomas A. Bryer / Thomas ABryer

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RLPG/Galleys
Año de edición:
2014
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Administración pública
ISBN:
9780739191149
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In Higher Education beyond Job Creation, Thomas A. Bryer identifies the historical trends, current challenges, and future possibilities for higher education institutions to play an active and measurable role in strengthening communities and citizens. Through mini and extended case studies and carefully designed recommendations for institutional change, this book is a resource for policymakers, higher education administrators, and scholars concerned about the future of the institution and its role in society.

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