The Role of University Governing Boards in Canadian Higher Education: Sociological Perspectives on the Form and Functioning of Boards (Routledge Research in Higher Education)

By: Glen A. Jones and Dominik Antonowicz

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Synopsis: This book explores the historical and social foundations of Canadian higher education and provides a detailed analysis of university boards within this broader context of university governance. By examining rich empirical data from a sociological perspective, it offers unique insights into the role of boards, and the structures and practices that frame their work. It explores board composition, the professional backgrounds of board members, how members perceive their role, and the complex relationships between the board and the university president. The authors also compare and contrast the Canadian experience with governance reforms in Europe and other regions over recent decades. Drawing on multiple theoretical perspectives, the authors provide a nuanced analysis of the role of boards in terms of oversight, protecting university autonomy, representing societal interests, and dealing with increasing complexity and expectations. This innovative, original study makes an enormous contribution to our understanding of the role and work of Canadian university boards, and to international scholarship on higher education governance. It will appeal to scholars and researchers with interests across higher education, international and comparative education, and the sociology of education.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9781000998696
Related ISBNs:: 9781032126999, 9781032126968, 9781003225799
Publisher:: Taylor and Francis
Date of Addition:: 11/24/23
Copyrighted By:: Dominik Antonowicz and Glen A. Jones, The right of Dominik Antonowicz and Glen A. Jones to be identified as authors of this work has been asserted in accordance with sections
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Education, Philosophy, Politics and Government, Sociology
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.