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Book SynopsisIncome inequality throughout the Middle East is best addressed through effective education. In our highly technological, globalized economy, people without education will not be able to improve their economic situations. The interaction among religions, education and political control in contemporary Middle East is profiled through interviews with media, political, religious and educational leaders along with classroom observations and competency measures of graduates. This never-before documentary is important for those who have a vested interest in the economic and social health of the Middle East. Without a strong educated citizenry, the democratic future of any country is in jeopardy. Beginning with a history of religious education through to contemporary institutions enables readers to understand existing conditions throughout the Middle East. Ancient Jewish, Christian and Muslim religions expand their impact through the control of their religious and educational systems. Initiall
Trade ReviewHow can education serve as a transformative instrument in a society? Dr. Judith Cochran gives the reader a much needed, thorough and brave account of educational history in the Middle East. She intertwines the historical, political and religious background with the development of education in many of the countries, arguing that the seeds of democracy and democratic ideals have already been planted; what these societies really need are courageous and innovative governments that utilize education to unite their peoples rather than hide behind the rubric of pluralism to reinforce divisions. As a student of the impact of education on women, especially in the Middle East, I find this book to be a great original work and an essential read to all those who are interested in reform, and equity and social justice for all, not just the chosen few. -- Mirna Lattouf, Arizona State University
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 1. Ancient Jewish Education Chapter 3 2. Early Christian Education Chapter 4 3. Islamic Education Chapter 5 4. Two Approaches to Modernizing Religious and Military Educational Systems: Turkey and Iran (1883-1960) Chapter 6 5. Egyptian Women's Voices Chapter 7 6. Educating Warriors of Islam: Iran 1960-Present Chapter 8 7. No Child Left Behind: Religious, Public and Private Education in Syria Chapter 9 8. Lebanon: Democracy Based in Religion Chapter 10 9. Jordan: The Democratic Monarchy Chapter 11 10. Education in Israel 1948 to Present Chapter 12 11. Palestinian Education throughout the Middle East Chapter 13 12. Democracy as Developed in the Middle East
