Comparative Analysis of Stakeholder Integration in Education Policy Making

Case Studies of Singapore and Finland

Bibliographic Data

ID13024331
AuthorsGhalia Al-Thani (Hamad bin Khalifa University, corresponding author)
Year2024
Volume14
Issue7
Pages104-104
Publication date2024-06-28
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueSocieties (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2075-4698 • E-ISSN: 2075-4698
PublisherMDPI AG (PUBLISHER • IT)
DOI10.3390/soc14070104
OpenAlexW4400129337
LanguageEN
Citations received5
References cited42

This paper analyzes stakeholder engagement in educational policymaking in Singapore and Finland, two countries renowned for successful education systems. While both countries achieve high academic standards, they employ distinct approaches to engage stakeholders in shaping educational policies. Singapore adopts a centralized model where policymaking is primarily directed by the Ministry of Education (MOE), with limited participation from external stakeholders. In contrast, Finland adopts a decentralized approach, empowering local authorities and schools with significant autonomy and actively involving stakeholders in policymaking. Key stakeholders, including teachers, parents, students and the private sector, play different roles in each country’s education governance. In Singapore, stakeholders are consulted through formal channels but have limited influence on decision-making, whereas, in Finland, stakeholders actively steer fundamental policy directions through extensive participation and consensus-building. The paper highlights the strengths and weaknesses of each approach and their impacts on education outcomes. Despite differences in governance models, both countries prioritize inclusive education, social cohesion, and holistic development. The analysis underscores the importance of meaningful stakeholder engagement in crafting effective education policies that align with national values and visions

Autonomy · Business · Corporate governance · Political science · Public relations · Sociology · Stakeholder · Stakeholder engagement · Strengths and weaknesses · Vision · Public Administration · Socioeconomic Development in Asia

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