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Decolonization and Higher Education: A Critical Review of a Contemporary Concern, Policy and Theory

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Decolonization of higher education policy and practice has become an increasing concern and interest in recent years. This article provides a critical review of the application of decolonization to higher education. It discusses what its proponents mean by the term and how they seek to apply it in practice. It identifies outstanding issues with its usage and considers what the direction ahead may be.

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Tight, M. Decolonization and Higher Education: A Critical Review of a Contemporary Concern, Policy and Theory. High Educ Policy 37, 59–72 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1057/s41307-022-00296-8

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