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Steven Lewis

    Shaped and reformed by a large family, Steve Lewis writes with affection and passion about our shared experiences on Earth. His narrative tours have explored the full spectrum of family life, from intimate domestic spaces to the wilder edges beyond the tree line. Lewis offers readers a profound, often humorous, look into the heart of human connection and the universal journey of life.

    PISA, Policy and the OECD
    • PISA, Policy and the OECD

      Respatialising Global Educational Governance Through PISA for Schools

      • 212 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Focusing on the OECD's PISA for Schools test, this book delves into the intricate dynamics of global educational governance. Utilizing a policy sociology framework, it analyzes the complete policy cycle, from development to local implementation in U.S. schools. The study highlights how PISA for Schools influences local educational practices through distinct yet interconnected strategies, including heterarchy, respatialisation, and the promotion of 'best practices'. This exploration reveals the complex interplay of spatiality and power in shaping educational governance.

      PISA, Policy and the OECD2020