Bildungsökonomik

The book examines changes in the education system based on recent approaches in educational economics. After a solid theoretical introduction, it addresses general school education, vocational training, higher education, and continuing professional development. Each section discusses participation, cost and benefit aspects, as well as the need for reforms and options, and experiences with the G8/G9 reform and the Bologna reform. For the labor market, strategies to meet the demand for skilled workers are relevant, particularly the utilization of the potential of immigrants, older workers, and women. The political economy of education investigates the reasons for market failures in the education sector, the roles of private and public educational institutions, and the development of education expenditures. Finally, the significance of education and education policy for employment and economic growth is explored. The volume presents many current empirical studies and takes into account the international perspective. Brief descriptions of the most important datasets for those interested in educational issues complete the publication.