Researching Private Supplementary Tutoring

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Private supplementary tutoring, often referred to as shadow education, has seen significant global expansion, consuming family resources, providing employment for tutors, and impacting regular schools. Despite its growth into a major industry and daily routine for many students and families, research on this phenomenon has lagged behind. The topic is challenging to study due to its elusive nature, with unclear boundaries and reluctance from participants to share their experiences. This book presents methodological insights from diverse cultures, featuring chapters from both high- and low-income regions across Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Middle East. Together, these chapters offer valuable perspectives on research design and execution. The content aims to enhance the understanding of both consumers and producers of research. Consumers will learn to critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of existing literature, while producers will gain insights into designing research instruments, collecting data, and interpreting results. The editors, Mark Bray, Ora Kwo, and Boris Jokić, bring their expertise from prestigious academic institutions, contributing to a comprehensive exploration of shadow education.