Casualisation, the Gig Economy, and Piece Work in Education: Dilemmas for Leaders in Times of Increasing Precarity

Author:   Jess Harris (University of Newcastle, Australia) ,  Nerida Spina (Queensland University of Technology, Australia) ,  Kathleen Smithers (Charles Sturt University) ,  Jill Blackmore (Deakin University, Australia)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
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9781032840888


Pages:   266
Publication Date:   08 August 2025
Format:   Hardback
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Casualisation, the Gig Economy, and Piece Work in Education: Dilemmas for Leaders in Times of Increasing Precarity


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This book examines a range of ethical complexities associated with precarious work across educational sectors internationally. Our aim is to examine the experiences of the increasing reliance on casual and temporary employment in education settings for all educators. This volume brings together academic chapters, focused on the affective, ethical, and practical challenges faced by all educators working in highly casualised contexts, while working to provide quality education for all students. These chapters are complemented by reflections from a variety of educators and educational leaders who have navigated ethical dilemmas related to precarious employment across sectors from early childhood to higher education. When viewed together, the chapters and reflections highlight the impacts of neoliberal market-driven policies on the education sector and work to present a series of possible ‘pathways forward’ for education workers navigating this precarious terrain.

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Author:   Jess Harris (University of Newcastle, Australia) ,  Nerida Spina (Queensland University of Technology, Australia) ,  Kathleen Smithers (Charles Sturt University) ,  Jill Blackmore (Deakin University, Australia)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Weight:   0.690kg
ISBN:  

9781032840888


ISBN 10:   1032840889
Pages:   266
Publication Date:   08 August 2025
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Not yet available   Availability explained
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Jess Harris is an Associate Professor in the School of Education at the University of Newcastle, Australia. Nerida Spina is an Associate Professor in the School of Education at the Queensland University of Technology, Australia. Kathleen Smithers is a senior lecturer in the School of Education at Charles Sturt University, Australia. Jill Blackmore (AM, PhD ,FASSA) is Deakin Distinguished Professor in Education, Faculty of Arts and Education, Deakin University, Australia. Sarah K. Gurr is a lecturer in the School of Education at Charles Sturt University, Australia.

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