Introduction

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Authors: Iryna Kushnir, Sharifah Intan Sharina Syed-Abdullah
DOI: 10.1108/978-1-80592-773-020261001
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Abstract

Abstract This opening chapter outlines the background and focus of the book and conceptualises the authors’ key terms, such as ‘sustainable development’, ‘Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)’ and ‘the higher education sector’. This chapter explains the focus of the book on policymaking in higher education in the area of ESD through analysing international case studies. The structure of the book is outlined here as well.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Sustainability in Higher Education Environmental and sustainability education Higher Education Governance and Development

Publication details

Journal / source
Emerald Group Publishing Limited eBooks
Pages
1–6
Publication date
27 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter