Economic Principles for Education: Theory and Evidence - Hardcover

Belfield, Clive R.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1840644443 ISBN 13: 9781840644449

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing, 2000

Synopsis

Using evidence from a range of countries, particularly the UK and US, this study provides an appreciation of the depth and breadth of the literature in the economic study of education. Discusses human capital theory, gives evidence on rates of return and the benefits of training, and describes the demand for education. Examines the efficiency of education providers, including teacher supply, and identifies optimal rules of teacher deployment. Also discusses education markets, the role of governments, the macro-economics of education, and social benefits of education. Belfield is affiliated with the University of Birmingham, UK. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

About this title

About the Author:

Clive R. Belfield, University of Birmingham, UK

Review:

'Erudite and comprehensive, Belfield's book is set to become the text and reference of choice in the economics of education.' -- Geraint Johnes, Lancaster University Management School, UK

...the analysis is both thoughtful and comprehensive...a real "must-have" for any serious researcher in the economics of education. -- - F. Galloway, Choice, July 2001

It brilliantly and cautiously sums up most economic issues of education in 220 pages. -- - A.F. Alhajji, The Journal of Energy and Development

The book is well written, comprehensive, authoritative, and current. -- - E. Cohn, Economics of Education Review

About this edition

• Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 1840644443
• ISBN 13: 9781840644449
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 272