Trends and Challenges in Science and Higher Education

Trends and Challenges in Science and Higher Education
Author: Hugo Horta
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2015-12-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 3319209647

This book discusses the role that integrated science and higher education policies may play in further democratizing and promoting social-economic development in Latin America. It suggests that such democratizing and development may be achieved in two complementary ways: i) broadening the access to knowledge through formal learning processes of higher education, and ii) promoting the advanced qualification of people while strengthening research institutions. The book shows how this entails a complex process of policy integration, with an emphasis on human resources and institutional issues combined in processes of technical change. It discusses in detail the three main challenges that most Latin American countries face in a globalized age, based on knowledge and ever-evolving learning processes. These challenges are the need to broaden the access to higher education; to make this access more socially balanced; and to recover from a long gap in investing in knowledge production and dissemination. This book treats these issues from a variety of conceptual and methodological perspectives that present a contribution to the field of science policy and higher education studies, and inform policymakers in Latin America.

North-South University Research Partnerships in Latin America and the Caribbean

North-South University Research Partnerships in Latin America and the Caribbean
Author: Gustavo Gregorutti
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2018-06-06
Genre: Education
ISBN: 3319753649

This volume examines research productivity within schools in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) and presents examples of various successful LAC North-South programs which have propelled university research in the region. Much of the scholarly work on North-South research to date has concentrated principally on joint publications and co-authorship bibliometrics. In this book, cases are explored within the context of study on international research collaborations to highlight the motivations, mechanics, limitations, and success factors involved in the North-South relationships and their resulting research output.

Myth, Reality, and Reform

Myth, Reality, and Reform
Author: Cláudio de Moura Castro
Publisher: IDB
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2000
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781886938601

"Myth, Reality, and Reform bridges these critiques by balancing the importance of the four key functions of higher education: academic leadership, professional development, technological training and development, and general higher education. The book suggests how to consolidate the strengths of higher education systems while fundamentally reforming their weaker features.

Developments and Approaches in Science Diplomacy: Latin America and the Caribbean

Developments and Approaches in Science Diplomacy: Latin America and the Caribbean
Author: EcheverrĂ­a-King, Luisa Fernanda
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2024-08-14
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

Various challenges prevent many emerging economies, including those within Latin America, from exploring the full potential of science, technology, and innovation. One major issue is the global need for a comprehensive understanding of science diplomacy and its role in bridging gaps in these crucial areas. Existing research often overlooks these regions' specific contexts and challenges, leading to a knowledge chasm. Developments and Approaches in Science Diplomacy: Latin America and the Caribbean addresses this lack of knowledge head-on, offering a detailed exploration of science diplomacy in Latin America and the Caribbean, and its implications for development. By focusing on real-world cases and practical insights, this book provides a roadmap for policymakers, diplomats, and researchers to harness the power of science diplomacy for sustainable development. Whether you're a researcher looking to deepen your understanding of science diplomacy or a policymaker seeking actionable strategies, this book offers a valuable resource. It highlights the importance of international engagement and collaboration in achieving development objectives, particularly in the context of the scientific diaspora and emerging economies. Through this lens, the book offers innovative solutions and strategies applied in Latin America and other regions facing similar challenges.

Education and Society in Latin America

Education and Society in Latin America
Author: Orlando Albornoz
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 193
Release: 1993-06-18
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1349127094

Both financial and political factors impede the positive role of education in social and economic development in Latin America. This book argues that the inefficient operation of its education system constitutes one reason why Latin America is increasingly marginal on the world scene.