Neoliberalism, New Managerialism, Policies and Practices

Abstract

This chapter argues that since the insertion of new managerialist discourses into education, the working practices, including the management and leadership practices, of those in schools, higher education and, crucially, teacher education have altered radically. It will explore the ways in which the practices of neoliberalism manifest themselves within public organisations before going on to interrogate their particular effects upon the academy. The focus will then turn to the manifestation and impact of new managerialism upon teacher education and teacher educators. Finally, the question of whether the advent of new managerialism has any effect on gender relations in the workplace will be explored.