It is almost twenty years since Macmillan published Jack Demaine's Contemporary Theories in the Sociology of Education . This completely new book brings together important recent work of the most prominent sociologists working in the field of education today, and reaffirms the reputation of sociology of education as an international discipline at the forefront of original research and analysis. The book examines a wide range of empirical issues and different theoretical perspectives.

Citizenship and Political Education Today brings together essays from leading researchers around the world including discussion of politics and education in England, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany, Norway and the wider European Union. The contributors examine vital issues surrounding the engagement of citizens in politics and political institutions, particularly the role of education in encouraging active citizenship.