This book provides a comprehensive and in-depth description of the education system in Lao PDR. It covers pre-school, primary, secondary general, secondary technical and vocational, post-secondary non-higher education, and adult non-formal education and training. In addition to the main content, the book includes a glossary of terms and abbreviations used; and an appendix on the organizational structure of the Ministry of Education and Sports, including the linkages between the national, provincial and district level. The content covers public and private sector education provision alike.

Offers a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of the education system in Lao PDR Analyzes how Lao is striving to modernize its education system from its historical roots Outlines expected developments in the education system in the next several years

Autorentext

Richard Noonan studied Comparative Education and Economics of Education at Columbia University (Ed.D.) and Stockholm University (Ph.D.). As an education economist, he has served as consultant to UNESCO, the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, the International Labor Organization, and many other multilateral and bilateral international development agencies. He has published numerous articles and several books on education systems, with an emphasis on historical and quantitative description. He retired in 2012 and now devotes his time to volunteer work and writing.

Inhalt
Chapter 1 Introduction to Education in Lao PDR.- Chapter 2 Major Education Policy Thrusts.- Chapter 3 Pre-School and Primary Education.- Chapter 4 General Secondary Education.- Chapter 5 Technical and Vocational Education and Training.- Chapter 6 Non-Formal Education and Life-Long Learning.- Chapter 7 Teachers and Teacher Education.- Chapter 8 Post-Secondary and Higher Education.- Chapter 9 Cross-Cutting Issues.- Chapter 10 Buddhist Education.- Chapter 11 Summary and Conclusions.