PUBLIC POLICIES IN SUPPORT OF BROADER ACCESS AND ATTAINMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION
PUBLIC POLICIES IN SUPPORT OF BROADER ACCESS AND ATTAINMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Summary/Abstract: Higher education is regarded as a core societal and economic value and is among the key prerogatives of each national state. Nowadays it is no more a privilege for selected groups with higher social and financial status and attracts people with diverse backgrounds looking for better employment options and self-realization. However, in many countries regardless of their level of development and welfare, there are visible gaps with reference to access and attainment of higher degree from students with disadvantageous background. The educational systems, based on equality show insufficiencies with regard to inclusion of all socio-economic groups. The current focus is shifting on equity as various policies for broader inclusion are adopted on global, regional and national levels. If they are properly designed and enacted, more students will stand a higher chance to contribute to their individual growth and to the society as a whole.

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