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Peer reviewedVereker, Charles – Oxford Review of Education, 1976
The author discusses education as an example of the new services facilitated by the centralized modern state. The author's goal is to help us understand more clearly the benefits and disadvantages of such an extension of political activity. The political impact on educational policy in England is briefly discussed. (Author/RM)
Descriptors: Agency Role, Centralization, Comparative Education, Government Role
Peer reviewedWalker, T. G. – Oxford Review of Education, 1994
Maintains that the education of children who are cared for by public agencies is now a national issue. Describes the work of the Manchester Teaching Service (England), which has been at the forefront of national development and change. Concludes with a case study that illustrates the philosophy and purpose of the agency. (CFR)
Descriptors: Child Caregivers, Elementary Secondary Education, Family (Sociological Unit), Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedStein, Mike – Oxford Review of Education, 1994
Explores the career trajectories of young people (16-19 years) in Great Britain cared for by local social service agencies. Examines four areas: (1) educational attainment, (2) student perceptions, (3) further education, and (4) factors associated with career trajectories. Includes recommendations for public policy and practices. (CFR)
Descriptors: Career Development, Child Caregivers, Educational Attainment, Foreign Countries
