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Higher education is undergoing significant transformation in response to global pressures such as policy shifts, internationalization, and changing governance models. As institutions adapt to these trends, they must find ways to balance academic excellence with equity, sustainability, and responsiveness to societal needs. The production and dissemination of knowledge play a central role in shaping how universities contribute to global challenges. These shifts demand reimagined curricula, cross-border collaboration, and inclusive leadership to ensure higher education remains a driver of progress and innovation. Understanding these dynamics is essential for aligning institutional practices with the broader goals of global development and social impact. Exploring Knowledge Production and Policy Shifts in Global Higher Education examines the essential dimensions shaping higher education amidst current global trends in policy, governance, and internationalization, with a focus on how knowledge production contributes to these dynamics and influences the evolving role of higher education. It provides a comprehensive overview of how institutions can respond to global challenges. Covering topics such as curriculum reform, knowledge development, and sustainable development, this book is an excellent resource for scholars, educators, policymakers, institutional leaders, and more.

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Duygu Ozen Kilic , PhD, is a distinguished educator and researcher specializing in educational administration, research methods, and online education. She holds a PhD in Educational Administration, Economics, and Planning from Gazi University. Dr. Kilic is currently a Lecturer at the University of Pittsburgh, where she teaches research methods in urban studies and emphasizes practical, technology-integrated instruction. Additionally, she serves as an online lecturer at Cag University, delivering courses on classroom management and educational leadership, further solidifying her expertise in higher education​. Dr. Kilic's career spans roles that include curriculum design, project leadership, and assessment, showcasing her commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments. Her experience in leading EU-funded educational projects and mentoring educators highlights her dedication to applying data-informed strategies to enhance academic outcomes and promote equity​. Metin Özkan , PhD, is a Professor of Educational Administration at Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Turkey. He earned his B.A. from Ege University’s Faculty of Education in 2005, followed by a master’s degree from Mersin University’s Department of Educational Administration in 2009, and completed his PhD in Educational Sciences at Gaziantep University in 2014. His research interests encompass the finance of higher education, school development, school self-evaluation, and teacher empowerment, with a focus on fostering continuous improvement and professional growth in educational environments. Ozkan also emphasizes the importance of investing in higher education by examining its individual and social returns and analyzing proposed funding models through diverse theoretical lenses, including structuralist and neo-liberal perspectives. Selahattin Turan is Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy at Bursa Uludağ University and received his B.A. from Ankara University and MA & Ph.D. from the Ohio University in Educational Leadership. He was past president of the International Society for Educational Planning and ECO Educational Institute. His primary professional interests are educational leadership and policy and alternative perspectives in education. Dr. Turan has co-authored many book chapters and on the editorial boards of many national and international journals. His recent books include, Educational Administration (2021, ASOS) and Demystifying Educational Leadership and Administration in the Middle East and North Africa (Co-Editor, 2024, Routledge).

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