Education in Bhutan Culture, Schooling, and Gross National Happiness /

Bhutan is a country in the Himalayas with a relatively new education system and a unique governmental philosophy known as Gross National Happiness. This book explores the history, culture, challenges, and opportunities of schooling in Bhutan. It discusses topics including historical perspectives on...

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Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Schuelka, Matthew J. (Editor, http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/edt), Maxwell, T.W. (Editor, http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/edt)
Language:English
Published: Singapore : Springer Singapore : Imprint: Springer, 2016.
Edition:1st ed. 2016.
Series:Education in the Asia-Pacific Region: Issues, Concerns and Prospects, 36
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-1649-3
Table of Contents:
  • 1 Introduction: Education in Bhutan
  • Part I Historical Perspectives
  • 2 Overview and 'Heart Essence' of the Bhutanese Education System
  • 3 The History and Development of Monastic Education in Bhutan
  • 4 History and Transitions of Secular Education in Bhutan from the 20th into the 21st Century
  • 5 Higher Education in Bhutan: Progress and Challenges
  • 6 Bhutanese Traditional Medical Education
  • 7 International Influence and Support for Educational Development in Bhutan
  • Part II Contemporary Issues
  • 8 Rural Life and Modern Formal Schooling in Bhutan
  • 9 Conditions of Happiness: Bhutan's Educating for Gross National Happiness Initiative and the Capability Approach
  • 10 Teacher Understanding of the Educating for Gross National Happiness Initiative
  • 11 Non-Formal Education in Bhutan: Origin, Evolution, and Impact
  • 12 Children with Disabilities in Bhutan: Transitioning from Special Educational Needs to inclusive Education
  • 13 Early Childhood Care and Development in Bhutan: Mind the Gap(s)
  • 14 Gender and Education in Bhutan
  • 15 Conclusion: Key Outcomes, Challenges, Ways Forward, and Future Research.