Evidence of gender inequity and inequality in terms of access, retention and performance in secondary education in Sub-Saharan Africa raises many questions. While transition rates from primary to secondary are higher for girls than boys, and the repetition rates are lower, girls still...

All the aspects of the educational system in South Africa are here covered, from the pre-school to the higher education, as well as the adult education and lifelong learning. This book analyses the social, economic and political influence of the system and gives a large overview of the...

Demographics, social development, and macroeconomic conditions -- Enrollment patterns -- Education expenditure and financing -- Internal efficiency, learning outcomes, and management issues -- Equity and disparities -- Technical, entrepreneurial, and vocational education and training -- Higher...

Towards a constructive Sino-Japanese relationship in the new millennium / Stephanie A. Weston -- Peaceful rise: China's 'policy of assurance' / Jia Qingguo -- Why does China succeed in attracting and utilizing foreign direct investment? / Kevin H. Zhang -- The challenge of removing...